Bus Driver - AISD

Amarillo ISD; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district in Texas is seeking a dedicated School Bus Driver to provide safe transportation for students. This role involves operating a bus for various routes, handling maintenance checks, and ensuring student safety while managing behavior during transit. Applicants must have a valid commercial driver's license and demonstrate effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• One year experience commercial bus driving is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate school bus to safely transport students and staff.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of the bus.
• Supervise students during boarding, riding, and exiting.

Skills

Ability to operate bus

Communication effectively

Manage student behavior

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Global Positioning Systems (GPS)

two-way radio

Job description

Open Until Filled

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.