Bus Driver (180 Days)

Manor-Independent-School-District; Manor (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Manor Independent School District Transportation in Manor, Texas is seeking a Bus Driver (180 Days) to ensure safe student transportation on assigned routes. Immediate starting date with duties including route adherence, safety inspections, and daily parent/teacher communication.

Qualified candidates will hold a Texas CDL with P and S endorsements, be at least 18, and pass required safety and drug tests. Prior driving experience is not required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger and School Bus endorsements.
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to communicate effectively and supervise students.

Responsibilities

• Follow assigned route and established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Inspect the bus for safety before and after operation and report repairs.
• Maintain records of mileage, fuel, passengers, and incidents.
• Supervise students boarding and alighting the bus and address behavior as needed.

Skills

18 years old

Safety training

Effective communication

Student behavior management

Drug testing compliance

Instruction following

Discipline procedures

Bus operation

Two-way radio

Education

Texas CDL with P and S endorsements

Job description

Bus Driver (180 Days)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5924358
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 11, 2026 5: 00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned route. Operates a 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 with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

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

Experience:

None required.

Essential Job Functions:

• Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor of needed repairs.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.
• Keep records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.
• Keep assigned bus clean and fueled.
• Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
• Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on bus.
• Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems to appropriate administrators.
• Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Inspect bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus can be operated safely before driving.
• 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.
• Install snow chains during inclement weather.
• Report any hazardous conditions along the route.
• Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with the transportation office.
• Work irregular hours as needed.
• Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification.
• Report to work in a timely manner according to assigned schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.

Professional Conduct:

• Maintain professional interactions with staff, parents, community and visitors.
• Demonstrate the ability to remain calm and withstand pressures.
• Demonstrate flexibility to change in routine and adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assists fellow workers willingly.
• Demonstrates principles of the Manor ISD People Experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Equipment Used:

School bus, safety equipment (flares, reflective signs), fire extinguisher and personal computer

Working Conditions

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands:

Lifting (45 pounds and over)

Carrying (45 pounds and over)

Sitting

Standing

Bending/Stooping

Kneeling

Pushing/Pulling

Repetitive hand motions

Keyboarding/mouse

Speaking clearly

Hearing

Environmental Factors:

Work inside/outside

Work around machinery with moving parts

Exposure to electrical hazards

Exposure to temperature extremes

Exposure to humidity extremes

Exposure to biological hazards

Exposure to chemical hazards

Work on slippery surfaces

Work prolonged or irregular hours

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $23.20 to $30.80 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Mickey Priddy , Director of Transportation
• Transportation
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: Mickey.Priddy @manorisd.net