Bus Driver - Substitute

New Diana Intermediate School; Diana (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

New Diana Intermediate School is seeking a Bus Driver in Diana, Texas. This role involves safely operating a school bus, managing student behavior, and performing essential pre- and post-trip inspections. Candidates must possess a clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, be at least 18 years old, and demonstrate effective communication skills. This position offers a vital opportunity to contribute to student transportation safety and well-being.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with required endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Drive bus daily following assigned route.
• Supervise students while boarding and leaving the bus.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to operate bus

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to use maps and Global Positioning Systems (GPS)

Education

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Tools

Two-way radio

Global Positioning System (GPS)

Job description

Job Title

Bus Driver

Reports to

Director of Transportation - Greg Pope

Dept./School

Transportation

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
• 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.
• 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.

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

Additional Information

Contact Greg Pope @ [e-mail]