School Bus Operator: Safe Routes & Student Safety

Stockdale Independent School District; Stockdale (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Stockdale Independent School District in Stockdale, Texas, is seeking a Full-Time Bus Driver to operate district buses on assigned routes, ensuring safe student transportation.

Requires Texas CDL with P and S endorsements, age 18+, and ability to pass DOT tests, with reports to the Director of Transportation. Starting Oct 14, 2026; join a Transportation department prioritizing safety and reliability.

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 GPS to follow routes and locate addresses.

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 and notify supervisor of needed repairs; keep bus clean and fueled.
• Report accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical problems and complete required reports.
• Instruct students on safe entering/exiting and supervise boarding and disembarking; manage student behavior.

Skills

CDL

Communication

GPS navigation

Public safety

Teamwork

Education

Texas CDL with P and S endorsements

Tools

GPS

Two-way radio

Job description

Stockdale Independent School District in Stockdale, Texas, is seeking a Full-Time Bus Driver to operate district buses on assigned routes, ensuring safe student transportation.

Requires Texas CDL with P and S endorsements, age 18+, and ability to pass DOT tests, with reports to the Director of Transportation. Starting Oct 14, 2026; join a Transportation department prioritizing safety and reliability.