School Bus Driver: Safe Routes, Positive Impact & Schedule

Chapel Hill ISD; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Attendance incentive program

Employee benefits

Job summary

Chapel Hill ISD is seeking dependable, safety-focused school bus drivers to transport students and support a positive school experience each day. Responsibilities include safe driving, pre-trip inspections, and enforcing district procedures on routes and stops.

Qualified candidates hold a CDL, school bus certification, and pass TEA/DOT physicals. The role offers a consistent school-calendar schedule and benefits, with incentive programs for attendance and performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Current school bus driver certification.
• Ability to pass required TEA/DOT physical examinations.
• Ability to meet mandatory drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Acceptable driving and criminal history.

Responsibilities

• Obey all traffic laws and district transportation procedures.
• Follow assigned routes and schedules.
• Conduct required daily pre-trip inspections.
• Report mechanical concerns promptly and accurately.
• Monitor fuel, oil, coolant and tire-pressure levels.
• Use loading lights and stop arms according to established safety procedures.
• Follow proper student loading and unloading practices.
• Remain with the bus during a mechanical breakdown until assistance arrives.
• Take a personal interest in the safety and well-being of every student.
• Create a welcoming, respectful and orderly environment aboard the bus.
• Treat all students fairly and consistently.
• Follow district student-management procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and conduct district business professionally and ethically.

Skills

Safety-minded

English literacy

Customer service

Punctuality

Professional communication

Route adherence

Sound judgment

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

School bus driver certification

TEA/DOT physical examinations

Drug and alcohol testing

Clean driving/criminal history

Job description

Chapel Hill ISD is seeking dependable, safety-focused school bus drivers to transport students and support a positive school experience each day. Responsibilities include safe driving, pre-trip inspections, and enforcing district procedures on routes and stops.

Qualified candidates hold a CDL, school bus certification, and pass TEA/DOT physicals. The role offers a consistent school-calendar schedule and benefits, with incentive programs for attendance and performance.