Bus Driver Pool 2026-27 SY

Wharton Independent School District; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 1,734; Part time

Job summary

A local school district in California seeks a school bus driver to provide safe transportation for students. The role requires operating the bus along designated routes, performing safety inspections, and effectively managing student behavior. Candidates must possess a valid Texas commercial driver's license with necessary endorsements and be 18 years or older. Responsibilities include communicating effectively and adhering to traffic laws while ensuring students' safety during transit. This is a part-time position with a competitive salary of $17.34 per year.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests.
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training.

Responsibilities

• Drive bus daily following assigned route.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain discipline and manage student behavior.

Skills

Ability to operate bus

Proficient map reading skills

Ability to manage student behavior

Communicate effectively

Education

Valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Tools

Two-way radio

Safety equipment

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

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

Experience:

• None

Major Duties and Responsibilities

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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

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
• 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 (under 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

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Primary Location: TransportationDept.

Salary Range Per Year: $17.34/ Per Year

Shift Type Full-Time: Part-Time

Postings current as of 3/25/2026 3:36:37 AM CST.