BUS DRIVER

Lubbock-Cooper ISD; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lubbock-Cooper ISD is seeking a Bus Driver to transport students safely on assigned routes in Texas. You will ensure on-time pickups and drop-offs, perform safety checks, and maintain discipline while communicating with teachers and parents.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid Texas CDL with passenger endorsements, and a school bus certification. Hours may vary with extracurricular activities; position offers local, on-site work and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Texas CDL with passenger and student endorsements required.
• Valid Texas School Bus Driver Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Follow the assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Check the bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify the supervisor of needed repairs.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.
• Keep the assigned bus clean and fueled.
• Assist in the preventative maintenance of the bus.
• Supervise assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
• Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on the bus.
• Maintain discipline; document and report student discipline problems to the supervisor.
• Instruct students on safe riding rules, regulations and proper evacuation techniques.
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses and use effective defensive driving techniques.
• Observe all emergency and accident scene procedures.
• Perform appropriate first aid to the victim of an accident or sudden illness until a health professional can be obtained.
• Inspect the bus and document the Pre-Trip/Post-Trip checklist to ensure the bus can be operated safely.
• Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar and reflector.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area that could cause an accident and inform the supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
• Operate all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses and use effective defensive driving techniques.
• Work irregular hours as needed.
• Attend and successfully complete all required training to maintain safety certification.
• Keep records on bus mileage, seat assignment and number of passengers transported.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Two-way radio operation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Texas CDL with passenger & student endorsements

Texas School Bus Driver Certification

Job description

Job Title: Bus Driver

Wage/Hour: $18.50

Reports to: Steven Salas, Transportation Supervisor

Phone: [phone] Ext. 11400

Email: [e-mail]

Primary Purpose

Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students and other personnel on assigned route to and from schools or other designated locations.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Texas CDL with passenger and student endorsements

Valid Texas School Bus Driver Certification

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to successfully complete require bus driver safety training and physical examination

Ability to pass alcohol and drug test

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to verbally communicate on two way radio

Ability to effectively communicate in English (read, write and speak)

Demonstrate problem solving abilities

Knowledge of routes and campuses

Knowledge of student discipline procedures

Maintain a criminal background which meets all local school district, state and federal requirements

Ability to interpret schedules, forms and maps

Ability to make critical decisions during pressure situations

Ability to multitask

Experience

None required

Vehicle Operation

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Follow the assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Check the bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify the supervisor of needed repairs.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.
• Keep the assigned bus clean and fueled.
• Assist in the preventative maintenance of the bus.

Student Management

• Supervise assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
• Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on the bus.
• Maintain discipline; document and report student discipline problems to the supervisor.
• Instruct students on safe riding rules, regulations and proper evacuation techniques.

Safety

• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses and use effective defensive driving techniques.
• Observe all emergency and accident scene procedures.
• Perform appropriate first aid to the victim of an accident or sudden illness until the service of a health professional can be obtained.
• Inspect the bus and document the Pre-Trip/Post-Trip checklist to ensure the bus can be operated safely.
• Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar and reflector.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area that could cause an accident and inform the supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.

Other

• Operate all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses and sue effective defensive driving techniques.
• Work irregular hours as needed.
• Attend and successfully complete all required training to maintain safety certification.
• Keep records on bus mileage, seat assignment and number of passengers transported.
• Other duties as assigned.