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- Bus Driver

Midway ISD Region 12 Midway ISD:
Transportation
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This job is also posted in ESC Region 12 , and Midway Independent School District

Job Details

Job : 5904300

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title:

Bus Driver

Reports to:

Director of Transportation

Dept./School:
Transportation

Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt / 176 Days

Salary calculations will be commensurate with job experience.

Primary

Purpose:

Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned route. Operate school busthat 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/Abilities:

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:

None required.

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Vehicle Operation

Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.

Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.

Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor ofneeded repairs.

Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.

Keep records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.

Keep assigned bus clean and fueled.

Student Management

Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.

Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while onbus.

Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator.

Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.

Safety

Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.

Inspect bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus can beoperated safely before driving.

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 that could cause an accident and inform supervisory ofany conditions that are not correctable immediately.

Install snow chains during inclement weather.

Report any hazardous conditions along the route.

Other

Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office.

Work irregular hours as needed.

Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

School bus, safety equipment (flares, reflective signs), fire extinguisher

Posture:

Continual sitting

Motion:

Repetitive hand and arm motions

Lifting:

Occasional lifting

Environment:

Work inside and outside; moderate exposure to extreme temperatures and vehicle fumes

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Midway Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment becauseof race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status or on any other basis prohibited by law.

Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities. The Title IX Coordinator for Midway ISD is the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, 13885 Woodway Drive, Woodway, Texas 76712. Contact phone number is .

Position Type:
Part-Time

Salary: $26.25 to $29.49 Hourly

Job Categories:
Support Staff >
Transportation

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Kenneth Wolf , Director of Operations
Midway ISD:
Transportation
Email: kenneth.wolf