Job Title: Bus Driver
Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt Reports to: Director of Transportation
Dept./School: Transportation Primary Purpose: Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned route. Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated location.
Qualifications: Education/Certification: Valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class B) Special Knowledge/Skills: Must be 18 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 operate bus
Experience: Not required, but preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties: Vehicle Operation Student Management Safety Other requirements included, but not limited to: irregular hours as needed two-way radio communication attendance of required training for safety certification and recordkeeping
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Equipment Used: School bus Safety equipment (flares, reflective signs) Fire extinguisher
Working Conditions: Mental / Physical / Environmental Factors Maintain emotional control. Continual sitting, reaching and repetitive hand and arm motions. Work outside and inside; moderate exposure to extreme temperature (hot) and vehicle fumes.