Bus Driver / Maintenance

FORT HANCOCK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Fort Hancock (TX)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 50,000

Full time

9 hours ago

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Job summary

Fort Hancock Independent School District seeks a school bus driver to operate routes and transport students and authorized persons safely. The role includes pre/post-trip inspections, routine maintenance support, and supervision of student behavior during loading and unloading.

The position requires a Texas CDL with P/S endorsements, 18+ years of age, and the ability to pass DOT tests and safety training. You will work with maintenance and transportation staff to ensure safe operations and

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
Must be 18 years of age.
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation drug and alcohol tests and annual physical exam.
Ability to complete required bus driver safety training.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Proficient map reading skills.
Ability to manage student behavior.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Ability to operate bus.
Ability to operate hand and power tools.
Ability to work independently.
Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures.

Responsibilities

Drive bus daily following assigned route and adhere to schedules.
Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
Anticipate and adjust for traffic, weather, and schedule changes to ensure student safety.
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and report needed repairs.
Keep bus clean and fueled.
Assist with maintenance and minor repairs of district facilities and grounds.
Instruct and supervise students entering/exiting bus and crossing streets.
Maintain discipline and report student issues to administration.

Skills

18 years old

DOT compliance

Bus safety training

Map reading

Student behavior management

Effective communication

Operate bus

Operate basic hand tools

Operate power tools

Independent work

Basic maintenance knowledge

Education

Texas CDL with P and S endorsements

Tools

Two-way radio operation

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Primary Purpose

Operate school bus and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons on assigned route and to and from other designated locations. Perform general maintenance and repair of building structures and their mechanical, electrical, and sanitary systems throughout district. Assist with maintenance of grounds.

Primary Purpose

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

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

Ability to complete required bus driver safety training

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Proficient map reading skills

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to communicate effectively with others

Ability to operate bus

Ability to operate hand and power tools

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures

Experience

None

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Vehicle Operation

Drive bus daily following assigned route and adhering to established schedules.
Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
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.

Maintenance and Repair

Assist skilled workers with repair and maintenance of district facilities, including repairing woodwork; replacing electrical switches, fixtures, and motors; painting, repairing, and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems; and replacing broken glass.
Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.
Detect and report needed major repairs on building structures and their systems, including lockers, furniture, and equipment.
Complete repairs as directed on work orders or by maintenance foreman.
Assist with mowing and detailing of district grounds.
Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.

Student Management

Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
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.
Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants.

Safety

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, crow bar, 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.
Install snow chains during inclement weather.
Maintain safety certification.
Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate equipment and use tools according to established safety procedures.
Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.

Other

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.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher. Small hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools; light truck or van

Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling. Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Prolonged driving; moderate walking; frequent climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching. Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) 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. Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

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