Generic - Bus Driver

Mesquite-Isd; United States; On-site; USD 33,062 - 42,898; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Texas seeks a Full-Time Auxiliary Transportation Driver responsible for ensuring safe transportation of students. The role requires a Texas CDL Class B and a commitment to compliance with traffic regulations. Candidates must pass drug tests, possess a good driving record, and be able to assist students with special needs. Safety training and reporting duties are also key components. This position offers a pay range of $24.00 - $31.14 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must pass alcohol and drug test.
• Possess an acceptable driving record according to Texas standards.
• Full range of motion in hands, arms, and trunk required.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe transportation to students.
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Maintain discipline on the bus.
• Assist in loading and unloading special education students.

Skills

Safe Transportation

Compliance with traffic regulations

Communication with school personnel

Discipline management

First aid administration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Texas Commercial Driver’s License (Class B)

Texas Education Agency School Bus Driver Certificate

Tools

Refueling pumps

Safety equipment

First aid equipment

Job description

Position Information

Position Type: Auxiliary - Transportation/ Generic - Transporation

Date Posted: 1/5/2025

Location: Transportation

Auxiliary Compensation Plan (180 Days)

Salary Range: $24.00 - $31.14/hour

Shift Type: Full-Time

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Director - Transportation

Employment Date: To Be Determined

Primary Purpose

• To provide safe Transportation to students so that they may enjoy the fullest possible advantages from the district’s curriculum and extra-curricular programs.
• To provide safe transport of students by driving in compliance with traffic regulations over specified routes according to time schedule (For Route Bus Drivers)

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Texas Commercial Driver’s License (Class B)
• Texas Education Agency School Bus Driver Certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Must pass alcohol and drug test
• Must pass the D.P.S. Medical Examination Report for School Bus Drivers. (Dated no earlier than June 1 of the present school year)
• Possess an acceptable driving record in accordance with the standards developed jointly by the Texas Education Agency and the Department of Public Safety
• Acceptable driving record according to Texas Education Agency standards
• Possess full range of motion in hands, arms and trunk

Experience

• None

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses
• Maintain safety precautions when students are boarding and departing bus
• Maintain discipline and report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator
• Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules
• Transport only authorized students and adult sponsors
• Communicate with school personnel and parents about student behavior while on the bus
• Assist and instruct pupils in proper loading and unloading procedures. Assist in the loading of special education students with the wheel chair lift when needed
• Render assistance if needed when the bus breaks down or is involved in an accident and administers first aid in case of accident
• Make neat, legible and accurate reports as required
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, and student injuries, and complete required reports
• Abide by school district policies, state and federal laws that relate to the operation of school buses
• Maintain a good working relationship with the principals and through a cooperative effort maintains a disciplined decorum on the bus that is conducive to safety and protection of property
• Complete in-service and safety training as required by the district
• Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor of needed repairs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Equipment

• Refueling pumps, safety and first aid equipment

Working Conditions

Mental Demands:

• Maintain emotional control in stressful situations
• Reading and comprehending simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Maintain effective control over groups of students

Physical demands/environmental factors:

• Continuous sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm motions
• Carrying up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Operating motor vehicle
• Moderate exposure to extreme temperatures (hot)
• Exposure to vehicle fumes

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.