Bus Driver

Salado Ind School District; Salado (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Salado Ind School District Transportation is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver in Salado, Texas. The role centers on safe student transport on assigned routes and timely adherence to schedules.

Requirements include a Texas Class B CDL, ability to pass drug and alcohol tests, and completion of safety training. This full-time position may involve irregular hours as needed and ongoing safety responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test.
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of student discipline procedure.
• Ability to manage student behavior.
• Ability to operate bus.

Responsibilities

• Follow assigned route and adhere to schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Check bus for mechanical defects before and after operation; notify supervisor of repairs.
• Report accidents, vehicle damage, injuries, and mechanical failures; complete reports.
• Keep assigned bus clean and fueled.
• Supervise students boarding and exiting the bus; cross the street.
• Communicate with teachers and parents about student behavior on bus.
• Maintain discipline and report problems to administrator.
• Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.
• Observe traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Inspect bus and essential safety equipment before driving.
• Report hazardous conditions and unsafe conditions to supervisor.

Skills

Alcohol/Drug testing

Effective communication

Student behavior management

Operate bus safely

Follow instructions

Education

Texas CDL Class B

Job description

Bus Driver

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This job is also posted in ESC Region 12

Job Details

Job ID: 5199218

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 29, 2025 7:00 PM (UTC)

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned route. Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated location.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B)

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Must be 18 years of age
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of student discipline procedure
• Ability to manage student behavior
• Ability to operate bus

EXPERIENCE:

None

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Vehicle Operation

1. Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
2. Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
3. Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor of needed repairs.
4. Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.
5. Keep assigned bus clean and fueled.

STUDENT MANAGEMENT

1. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
2. Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on bus.
3. Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator.
4. Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.

Safety

1. Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
2. Inspect bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus can be operated safely before driving.
3. Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflector.
4. Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisory of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
5. Install snow chains during inclement weather.
6. Report any hazardous conditions along the route.

Other

1. Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office.
2. Work irregular hours as needed.
3. Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification.
4. Keeps records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

EQUIPMENT USED:

School bus, safety equipment (flares, reflective signs), fire extinguisher.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental factors: Maintain emotional control. Continual sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm motions. Work outside and inside; moderate exposure to extreme temperature (hot) and vehicle fumes.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Contact Information

• Michael Novotny , Superintendent
• 601 N. Main
• P. O. Box 98
• Salado, Texas 76571
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]