Responsibilities/Duties: Operates assigned Class A commercial motor vehicles and trailers in transporting band equipment, instruments, supplies, and other authorized district property in a safe and timely manner Maintains a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with all required endorsements and medical certification, as applicable Complies with all applicable Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administrat ion (FMCSA), Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Education Agency, and other local, state, and federal requirements pertaining to the operation of commercial motor vehicles Is willing and able to submit to substance abuse and alcohol misuse testing as prescribed by district policy and applicable law Maintains a satisfactory driving and criminal background that reflects a professional driver and meets all applicable local, state, and federal requirements Properly loads, unloads, organizes, and secures b and equipment, instruments, supplies, and other materials to prevent damage, shifting, or loss during transportation Uses appropriate tie -downs, straps, chains, covers, ramps, lift -gate equipment, dollies, carts, and other material-handling equipment as required Inspects all equipment, trailers, cargo securement devices, and vehicles before, during, and after trips and reports deficiencies or safety concerns immediately Completes required vehicle inspection reports, trip documentation, mileage records, fuel records, cargo documentation, and other transportation forms accurately and timely Operates vehicles and trailers in a safe and responsible manner, including appropriate backing, parking, turning, loading, unloading, and maneuvering procedures Properly cares for assigned vehicles, trailers, and equipment as prescribed by the district to minimize wear and extend useful life Keeps assigned vehicles and equipment clean, orderly, and ready for use Fuels assigned vehicles in accordance with district procedures and maintains accurate fuel documentation Maintains and follows assigned trip schedules, routes, destination information, and transportation instructions; immediately notifies the appropriate supervisor of delays, changes, mechanical concerns, or other issues affecting a scheduled trip Provides safe and timely transportation of band equipment and materials for performances, competitions, rehearsals, field trips, special events, and other district-approved activities May operate vehicles during mid-day, after hours, evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight trips as required by the district's band and activity schedule. Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Lifting/carrying equipment and materials; frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, and repetitive hand motions; ability to safely enter and exit commercial vehicles and trailers; ability to secure and release cargo; ability to operate v ehicle controls for extended periods; exposure to varying weather conditions, traffic, noise, dust, and other environmental conditions associated with vehicle operation and equipment loading/unloading; occasional district -wide, state -wide, and out -of-state travel; work may include irregular hours, evenings, weekends, holidays, overnight trips, and prolonged hours.