Bus Driver #2531

Pearland ISD; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearland ISD in Texas seeks a school bus driver to transport students safely to and from school and on extracurricular trips, ensuring punctual and orderly service.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Class B Texas CDL with passenger endorsement, and DPS school bus certification; physical, drug tests, and English communication are required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must maintain an acceptable driving record for school bus drivers as defined by Texas Department of Public Safety.
• Must be able to pass an annual physical and mental examination as required by Texas Department of Public Safety.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment and periodic drug and alcohol screening as required by federal law.
• Must be able to proficiently read, write, and communicate verbally in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, orderly transportation of students to and from school and on extracurricular trips.
• Maintain emotional control and communicate effectively with groups of students.
• Follow all DPS and district requirements for student transportation.

Skills

18 years old

Follow verbal instructions

Driving record per DPS

Annual physical/mental exam

Drug/alcohol screening

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Provide safe, orderly, and efficient transportation of students to and from school and on extracurricular trips.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Class B Texas Commercial Driver's License with passenger and school bus endorsements
• Current Texas Department of Public Safety School Bus Driver Certification

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must maintain an acceptable driving record for school bus drivers as defined by Texas Department of Public Safety
• Must be able to pass an annual physical and mental examination as required by Texas Department of Public Safety
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment and periodic drug and alcohol screening as required by federal law
• Must be able to proficiently read, write, and communicate verbally in English

Experience

• Experience working with children preferred but not required
• Experience as a school bus driver preferred but not required

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands

Maintain emotional control; ability to communicate effectively; ability to maintain effective control over groups of students

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Must be physically able to climb in and out of the school bus emergency door to perform evacuation procedures; continuous sitting, reaching, bending; repetitive hand and arm motions; work outside and inside; moderate exposure to extreme temperatures (heat); exposure to vehicle fumes. Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

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Pay Grade: 401

Pay Rate: Min. $20.78; Mid $ 24.74

Days: 178