School Bus Operator — Safe, On-Time Student Transport

Westwood Independent School District; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood ISD is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to operate school buses and related equipment for safe transportation of students on assigned routes and to extracurricular activities. Immediate start date is possible, with responsibilities including safety checks, route management, and student supervision.

The role requires a Texas CDL with P & S endorsements, adherence to DOT tests, and the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 behaviour management control over groups of students
• 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 bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported

Skills

Texas CDL with P&S endorsements

GPS navigation

Communication

Safety training

Customer service

Route management

Education

None

Tools

GPS navigation system

Job description

Westwood ISD is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to operate school buses and related equipment for safe transportation of students on assigned routes and to extracurricular activities. Immediate start date is possible, with responsibilities including safety checks, route management, and student supervision.

The role requires a Texas CDL with P & S endorsements, adherence to DOT tests, and the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.