Primary Purpose Provide safe, orderly, and efficient transportation of students to and from school and on extracurricular trips.
Qualifications Education Certification Clear and valid Texas commercial drivers license with Passenger P and School Bus S endorsements
Special Knowledge and Skills 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 Proficient map reading skills Ability to manage student behavior Ability to communicate effectively with others Ability to operate bus
Experience None
Major Responsibilities and Duties Vehicle Operation 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.
Student Management 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 behavior management control over groups of students. Report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator and communicate with teachers and parents regarding students behavior when warranted. Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situation warrants.
Safety Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses. Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflector. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Report any hazardous conditions along scheduled route. Install snow chains during inclement weather. Maintain safety certification.
Other 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 those related to bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.
Supervisory Responsibilities None
Mental Demands Physical Demands Environmental Factors Tools and Equipment Used Operate school bus, two-way radio safety equipment, including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher. Posture Prolonged sitting, frequent standing, and twisting; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling. Motion Prolonged driving, moderate walking, frequent climbing stairs, grasping, squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching. Lifting Limited light lifting and carrying under 15 pounds on a daily basis.
Environment Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes. Work around moving vehicles regularly. Work irregular hours and occasionally work prolonged hours.
Mental Demands Maintain emotional control under stress.
Salary Commensurate with TCISD hiring salary guide