TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANT

Whitney ISD; Whitney (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitney ISD Whitney, TX, is seeking a Transportation Assistant to support the Transportation Department. Under the Director, you will transport students on assigned routes, perform safety inspections, and handle clerical tasks to keep operations running smoothly.

The role requires a valid CDL, ability to operate buses, effective communication, and accurate data entry. The position is full-time, on-site in Whitney, with occasional travel between district facilities as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Class A or B CDL with PS endorsement or willing to obtain.
• Ability to pass DOT alcohol and drug tests and a physical exam.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to operate a school bus.

Responsibilities

• Operate a two-way radio for bus-to-bus and base communications.
• Operate office equipment and computer with assigned software.
• Conduct daily safety inspections of buses and white fleet.
• Operate a bus along designated routes or field trips.
• Assign and prepare vehicles for trips; ensure fuel adequacy.
• Assist in routing system to develop routes for students.
• Schedule maintenance for all vehicles; order parts for shop.
• Perform clerical/secretarial tasks and greet visitors.
• Input data into the assigned computer system.
• Travel between schools or to central offices as needed.

Skills

Communicate effectively

Follow instructions

Operate a bus

Radio etiquette

Data entry

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid Class A/B CDL with PS endorsement

Willing to obtain PS endorsement

Job description

TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANT

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This job is also posted in ESC Region 12

Job Details

Job ID: 5917343

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 08, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Purpose

Under the direction of Director of Transportation, transport students safely and efficiently to an assigned location on a designated route, perform regular safety inspections, perform a wide variety of clerical and secretarial work in support of operations and activities related to Transportation, answer telephones and radio calls to assist in smoother operation of transportation office.

Qualification Profile

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid Class “A” or “B” drivers license with PS endorsement or willing to obtain
• Ability to pass the U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and physical exam
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Ability to operate a bus

Essential Job Functions

• Operate a two way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communication
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software
• Conduct daily safety inspections of buses and white fleet
• Operate a bus along a designated route or field trips
• Assign/Prepare vehicles for trips
• Ensure all vehicles have fuel
• Assist in Routing System to ensure all students are routed including developing new routes
• Schedule maintenance for all vehicles
• Order parts for shop
• Perform a wide variety of clerical and secretarial work in support of operations and activities related to transportation, greet and assist visitors
• Input a wide variety of data into an assigned computer system

Additional duties

Perform related duties as assigned.

Equipment

Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.

Travel Requirements

Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proper operation of school bus
• Applicable radio codes and proper usage of two way radio.
• Modern office practices, procedures and equipment
• Record-keeping and report preparation techniques
• Telephone techniques and etiquette
• Operation of computer and assigned software

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazard

• Works in standard office and school building environments
• Ability to work outdoors
• Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions
• Evening or variable hours
• Exposure to fumes, dust, odors, oil/grease and gases
• Sitting for extended periods of time

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

• Support Staff > Administrative Assistant
• Support Staff > Clerical
• Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Janyce Watson , HR
• 305 S.San Jacinto
• Whitney, Texas 76692
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]