Bus Driver (POOL)

Sweeny ISD; Sweeny (TX); On-site; USD 28,378 - 39,192; Full time

Job summary

A local education district in Texas is seeking a Bus Driver to ensure safe transportation for students on assigned routes. The ideal candidate must hold a valid Texas commercial driver's license and be able to pass mandatory safety training and drug tests. Responsibilities include adhering to traffic laws, conducting vehicle inspections, and managing student behavior. This is a full-time position with pay ranging from $20.60 to $28.45 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to manage student behavior and communicate effectively with others.

Responsibilities

• Operate school bus and transport students safely.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Report accidents and maintain discipline on the bus.

Skills

Ability to pass alcohol and drug tests

Ability to complete bus driver safety training

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to use GPS

Ability to manage student behavior

Effective communication

Ability to operate bus

Education

Valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class B)

Tools

Two-way radio

Global positioning system (GPS)

Safety equipment

Job description

Bus Driver (POOL)

Sweeny ISD District Wide - Sweeny, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 4964651
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Sep 19, 2022 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Bus Driver

Calendar Days: 177

Reports to: Coordinator of Transportation

Pay Range: $20.60-$28.45

Dept./School: District

Pay Grade: AUX4

Date Revised: August 2024

Funding Source: Local

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:

• Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B)

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
• 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:

• 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.

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

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$20.60 to $28.45 Per Hour

Job Categories

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

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