Bus Driver - AISD

Amarillo Independent School District; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Amarillo Independent School District is seeking a Bus Driver to ensure the safe transportation of students for school activities. Responsibilities include driving bus routes, adhering to safety protocols, and maintaining discipline among students. This full-time position requires a high school diploma and a valid Texas commercial driver's license, along with the ability to manage student behavior effectively.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam.
• Complete required bus driver safety training.

Responsibilities

• Drive bus route if needed, adhering to schedule.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Instruct students on safe boarding and exiting.

Skills

Ability to operate bus

Manage student behavior

Communicate effectively

Education

High school diploma or GED

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license

Tools

Global Positioning System (GPS)

Two-way radio

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Primary Purpose

Operate school bus/school activity bus and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons. This position will primarily transport students/staff for in town and out of town travel for extracurricular events which take place each week. This position will assist with bus routes if needed.

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Primary Purpose

Operate school bus/school activity bus and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons. This position will primarily transport students/staff for in town and out of town travel for extracurricular events which take place each week. This position will assist with bus routes if needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

High school diploma or GED, preferred

Certification / License

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 operate bus

Pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam

Complete required bus driver safety training

Follow written and verbal instructions

Utilize maps and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to follow routes and locate addresses

Manage student behavior

Communicate effectively with others

Work Conditions

Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; 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

Regular attendance is an essential function

Minimum Experience

One year experience commercial bus driving is preferred.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Drive bus route if needed, following assigned route and adhering to established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities which will include in district and out of district travel.
• 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.
• Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
• Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants.
• 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.
• 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, crowbar, 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.
• Operate and monitor two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.
• 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.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
• Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Distribution and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Truck Transportation

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