Bus Driver

Young World Physical Education

Saratoga (TX)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local school district in Saratoga, Texas is seeking a Bus Driver to operate school buses safely and manage student behavior. The ideal candidate must possess a valid Texas commercial driver's license with necessary endorsements and be able to complete safety training. Responsibilities include driving designated routes, supervising students during boarding, and maintaining safety protocols. This full-time role is essential for ensuring safe transportation of students to and from school and activities.

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests.
Ability to complete required bus driver safety training.

Responsibilities

Drive bus daily along assigned route.
Instruct students on safe boarding procedures.
Maintain discipline among students in the bus.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to operate bus

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to use maps and GPS

Education

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Tools

Global Positioning System (GPS)

Job description

Bus Driver

West Hardin County Consolidated Independent School District West Hardin Maintenance/Custodial/Transportation - Saratoga, Texas. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 5015952

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 03, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Operate school bus and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons on assigned route and to and from other designated locations.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Must be 18 years of age
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam
Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to use maps and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to follow routes and locate addresses
Ability to manage student behavior
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Ability to operate bus

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Vehicle Operation

Drive bus daily following assigned route and adhering to established schedules.
Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
Anticipate problems such as traffic, weather, road conditions, and schedule changes and make necessary adjustments to ensure student safety and reduce delays.
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections according to specifications to ensure bus can be operated safely and notify supervisor of needed repairs. Keep assigned bus clean and maintain appropriate level of fuel.
Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical problems and complete required corresponding reports.

Student Management

Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
Maintain discipline and use effective behavior management control over groups of students. Report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator and communicate with teachers and parents regarding student’s behavior when warranted.
Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants.

Safety

Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflector.
Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Report any hazardous conditions along scheduled route.
Maintain safety certification.

Other

Complete and maintain accurate, up-to-date, and timely records and reports including but not limited to those related to bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; global positioning system (GPS); safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher

Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling

Motion: Prolonged driving; moderate walking; frequent climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching

Lifting: Limited light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) on a daily basis

Environment: Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; work around moving vehicles; regularly work irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

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