Transportation - Bus Driver Trainee

Dayton Independent School District; Dayton (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Dayton Independent School District is seeking a Bus Driver Trainee in Texas. This part-time role requires a valid Texas CDL Class B with P and S endorsements and starts immediately. You will perform pre/post-trip inspections, supervise students, and maintain seating charts under transportation supervision.

In addition to driving duties, you will follow safety rules, communicate with teachers and parents, and report incidents. The starting wage is $13 per hour with flexible hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid Texas commercial driver’s license Class B with “P” Passenger and “S” School Bus endorsements.
• Must be 21+ years of age.
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test.
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of student discipline procedure.
• Ability to manage student behavior.
• Ability to drive a school bus route and operate a bus, as assigned.
• Good attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation, completing pre-and post-route inspection(s).
• Notify mechanics of needed repairs via work orders.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures.
• Keep records on bus mileage, fuel and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.
• Keep assigned bus clean and fueled.
• Supervise students while boarding and leaving the bus and crossing the street.
• Communicate with teachers and parents regarding student behavior on the bus.
• Maintain discipline and report discipline problems to transportation administration.
• Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.
• Maintain seating charts and rider rosters.
• Observe traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Inspect bus pre-operation for fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering.
• Ensure emergency equipment is in proper condition.
• Correct unsafe conditions and inform supervisor as needed.
• Report hazardous conditions along the route.
• Operate cell phone/two-way radio only when bus is stopped off roadway.
• Work irregular hours as needed.
• Attend and complete required safety training including CPR/First Aid.

Skills

CDL Class B

P endorsement

S endorsement

21+ age

Alcohol/drug test

Bus safety training

Written/verbal instructions

Effective communication

Student discipline knowledge

Good attendance

Operate school bus

Job description

Transportation - Bus Driver Trainee

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Job Details

• Job ID: 4939334
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Aug 21, 2024 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Position Type: Part-Time
• Salary: $13 to $13 Per Hour

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Texas commercial driver’s license Class B with “P” Passenger and “S” School Bus endorsements
• Must be 21+ years of age
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of student discipline procedure
• Ability to manage student behavior
• Ability to drive a school bus route and operate a bus, as assigned
• Good attendance record

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
2. Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
3. Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation, completing pre-and post-route inspection(s) and notify mechanics of needed repairs via work order(s).
4. Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.
5. Keep records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.
6. Keep assigned bus (regular or spare) clean and fueled.
7. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
8. Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on the bus.
9. Maintain discipline. Report student discipline problems to transportation administration via student safety reports.
10. Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.
11. Maintain accurate seating charts and student rider rosters.
12. Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
13. Inspect bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus can be operated safely before driving.
14. Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, and reflector.
15. Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
16. Report any hazardous conditions along the route.
17. Operate cell phone and/or two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office only when bus is completely stopped and pulled over off of the roadway.
18. Work irregular hours as needed.
19. Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification, including CPR/First Aid.
20. The Transportation Department may assign driver a spare bus, rather than the regularly assigned bus, at their discretion when necessary to ensure proper management of the entire transportation system.
21. Other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None