Bus Driver (26-27 SY)-Transportation

Irving ISD; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Irving ISD is hiring a Bus Driver to ensure safe and orderly transportation for students on assigned routes. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Texas CDL with specific endorsements, and effective communication skills. The Bus Driver must follow safety protocols, maintain discipline, and conduct bus inspections. The position supports a healthy environment and involves working in variable weather conditions. Candidates must possess a commitment to student welfare and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Pass an annual physical examination.
• Possess a CDL License and school bus certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Safely delivers students to and from schools.
• Maintains discipline and reports discipline problems.
• Inspects the bus before and after each operation.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Satisfactory driving record

Basic first aid

Ability to speak and understand English

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL with P and S endorsements

State Bus Driver’s certification course

DOT physical Medical Examiners Certificate

Tools

School bus

Job description

Overview

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT — Job Description for Bus Driver

Job Title: Bus Driver
Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt
Funding Source: Local
Reports To: Operations Manager
Pay Grade: Transportation 5
Duty Days: 187
Department: Transportation
Date Revised: August 2023

This position is eligible for a Letter of Assurance.

Primary Purpose

Is responsible for students’ safety and orderly transportation on assigned routes of the Irving Independent School District. Operates a school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or designated locations.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution (preferred) or fully certified with a Class A or B CDL with P and S endorsements and the 20-hour Bus Safety Certificate.
• Valid Texas Commercial Driver License - Class A or B, including P and S endorsements, insurable by Irving ISD’s insurance carrier (preferred).
• State Bus Driver’s certification course (preferred).
• DOT physical Medical Examiners Certificate (preferred).

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Ability to follow instructions (written and verbal).
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Pass an annual physical examination.
• Possess a CDL License and school bus certification or must obtain a CDL and bus driver certification within 90 days of employment.
• District instructed safety and operational procedure training.
• Satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to speak and understand English and to read, write and comprehend instructions.
• Ability to hear and respond verbally to acts of disruption and safety and behavior concerns.

Minimum Experience

One (1) year of experience in a related field preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Job Duties

• Safely and efficiently delivers students to and from schools by following assigned bus routes, adhering to established schedules, and obeying all traffic laws.
• Maintains safety precautions when students are boarding and departing buses using hand-operated door mechanisms.
• Maintains discipline and reports student discipline problems to the appropriate Administrator.
• Maintains a current record of assigned routes and stops, including required seating charts for elementary and junior high students.
• Performs prompt, quick bus evacuations of students in emergencies.
• Keeps the bus’s interior clean and maintains an appropriate fuel level in the bus.
• Inspects the entire bus for students after each route and before returning to the Transportation facility.
• Ability to operate cell phone equipment and communicate with the Transportation Office.
• Checks the bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and reports any abnormality or malfunction.
• Reports involvement in an accident, vehicle damage, and student injuries immediately and completes required reports.
• Administers basic first aid when necessary.
• Completes specialized training opportunities through the Transportation Department (e.g., CPR, first aid, behind-the-wheel training, discipline management procedures).
• Maintains positive rapport with students, administrators, teachers, staff, and parents.
• Understands and observes state laws pertaining to vehicle safety.
• Attends required staff development and monthly safety meetings as required by Administration and the Director.
• Assumes responsibility for personal daily timecards.
• Demonstrates professional, ethical, and responsible behavior.
• Follows all rules, regulations, and policies of the Irving Independent School District.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Working Conditions

Tools/Equipment Used: Operates school buses and all specialized equipment identified to accommodate special needs students.

Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; with extended reaching above the head.

Motion: Frequent climbing and walking; driving in reverse approximately 2% of the time, which requires twisting the upper body and neck while driving. Frequent lifting and pulling on the lever used to open and close the bus door.

Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs; team lifting is not likely to exceed 150 lbs.

Environment: Exposure to inclement weather, including heat, cold, rain, and snow; loads and unloads vehicle, making frequent stops; ability to safely exit the rear of the bus from 4’ elevation; operates vehicles up to 60,000 lbs. up to 100 miles per day in rural and city traffic; climb steps up to 16 times per route from a 20’ elevation; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

Mental Demands: Effective communication skills (verbal and written); maintain control over groups of students; respond appropriately in emergency situations; maintain emotional control under stress.

Safety: Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, following safety training, wearing protective equipment as required, reporting injuries immediately to the supervisor, and participating in ongoing safety improvements.

The information in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Preceding statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.