Bus Driver Pool

Royal Independent School District; Pattison (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Royal Independent School District Transportation in Pattison, Texas is seeking a part-time bus driver to operate a school bus and related equipment for safe student transportation on assigned routes.

The role requires a Texas CDL with P and S endorsements, 18+ years old, and ability to pass DOT tests and safety training. Strong communication and student management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Able to pass U.S. DOT alcohol and drug tests and annual physical.
• Able to complete required bus driver safety training.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Able to use maps and GPS to follow routes and locate addresses.
• Able to manage student behavior.
• Able to communicate effectively with others.
• Able to operate a school bus.

Responsibilities

• Drive bus daily following assigned route and schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and report issues.
• Instruct students on safety rules and supervise boarding/exiting.
• Maintain discipline and communicate with teachers and parents regarding student behavior.
• Follow safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Operate two-way radio and maintain records.

Skills

Vehicle operation

GPS navigation

Student management

Communication

Safety awareness

Route understanding

Pre-trip inspection

Education

Texas CDL with P & S endorsements

Job description

Bus Driver Pool

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Job Details

Job ID: 5889668

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

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.

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

Special Knowledge/Skills:

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

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

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to communicate effectively with others

Ability to operate bus

Experience:

Preferred 1 year experience

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.

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.
• 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.

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, 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.
• Install snow chains during inclement weather.
• Maintain safety certification.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

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; 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

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $20 to $27.34 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Administration > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Marcus McLemore , Transportation Director
• District Wide
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]