Substitute Driver-in-Training (POOL)

Pflugerville Independent School District - Job Description Job Title/Position: Driver in Training - Substitute Employee Department/School: Transportation Pay Information: $17.25 per hour Supervised By: Lead Trainer FLSA: Non-Exempt Date Revised: November 2024 Primary Purpose: Undergo training in order to operate a school bus and related equipment; to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons on assigned route and to and from other designated locations. Qualifications (Experience/Education/Certification): At least 21 years of age. Clear and valid Texas Driver License with a good driving history. Major Responsibilities: Prepare for the Texas Department of Public Safety Class B examination by receiving training in the following areas:

Training

1. Obtain Commercial Learner Permit with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements within 2 weeks of hire.
2. Pass annual Department of Transportation Physical and Drug Test.
3. Complete Special Needs and Student Management Training to assist as a Bus Monitor while training for CDL.
4. Complete classroom orientation and training program.
5. Complete Behind the Wheel training.
6. Complete the Texas Education Agency Bus Driver Certification course within the parameters of TEA guidelines.
7. Obtain Commercial Driver License within 4 weeks of obtaining CLP.

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8. Effectively follow written and verbal instructions, directions, and procedures.
9. Communicate effectively with others, including students, parents, staff, and community.
10. Operate and monitor two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.
11. Follow Educator Code of Conduct & all policies, procedures, laws and State/Federal regulations.
12. Perform other duties as assigned. Special Knowledge/Skills: 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 use maps and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to follow routes and locate addresses Ability to manage student behavior Ability to safely operate bus Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands): Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; global positioning system (GPS); 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 (less than 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 The foregoing statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

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