Bus Driver - AISD
Description:
Open Until Filled
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Operate school bus/school activity bus and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons. This position will primarily transport students/staff for in town and out of town travel for extracurricular events which take place each week. This position will assist with bus routes if needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education:
High school diploma or GED, preferred
Certification / License:
Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Must be 18 years of age
Ability to operate bus
Pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam
Complete required bus driver safety training
Follow written and verbal instructions
Utilize maps and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to follow routes and locate addresses
Manage student behavior
Communicate effectively with others
Work Conditions:
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
Regular attendance is an essential function
Minimum Experience:
One year experience commercial bus driving is preferred.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Drive bus route if needed, following assigned route and adhering to established schedules.
Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities which will include in district and out of district travel.
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.
Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants.
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 student’s behavior when warranted.
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, crowbar, 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.
Maintain safety certification.
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.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.