Transportation Bus Driver Trainee Job Beaumont area,Texas USA,Transportation

Position Type: Auxiliary/Bus Driver Trainee

Date Posted: 4/22/2025

Location: TRANSPORTATION

Job Title: Bus Driver Trainee

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Site Supervisor

Pay Grade: AX // 180 Days

PRIMARY PURPOSE

This position is a limited duration training position in which the incumbent is taught the knowledge and skills necessary to become a district Bus Driver.

QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Texas Driver's License, and ability to obtain a Texas Commercial Driver's License, Class B, (P) Passenger and (S) School Bus Endorsements within 90 days of hire.
21 Years of age
Maintain an acceptable MVR - Motor Vehicle Report, under the Texas school bus driving record evaluation
Must pass an annual mental and physical exam required by Texas DPS
Must pass an annual physical agility test
Must be certified in school bus safety education or be enrolled in a school bus safety education class
Must be free of a felony or misdemeanor convictions for a crime involving moral turpitude (conduct that is considered contrary to community standards of justice, honesty, or good morals)
Fingerprinting for State Board for Educator Certification, up to $49.00 will be charged.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Attend all school bus driver training as required by trainer or supervisor.

Complete Texas CDL exams to obtain Commercial Driver's License Permit.

Complete behind-the-wheel instruction and subsequently pass the Texas DPS skills and driving test.

Pre-trip bus & emergency equipment inspection before leaving the lot for every bus run/trip, including a proper air brake inspection.

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

Participate in headcounts and roll calls as needed and complete required reports.

Supervise students while they board the bus, are on the bus, and as they leave the bus. Ensure students are crossing the street under district policy.

Communicate with teachers and parents as needed regarding student behavior while on the bus.

Maintain/Report student discipline issues according to transportation policy (verbal warnings, phone calls, write-ups).

Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.

Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses. Report any hazardous conditions along the route.

Correct unsafe conditions in the work area that can cause an accident and inform supervisor of any items that cannot be fixed immediately.

Operate two-way radio equipment by departmental policy.

Work irregular hours as needed.

Attend and complete required training programs and maintain all necessary certifications and licenses.

Perform any duties that may be assigned by the Directors or Supervisors, up to and including extra runs as needed.

Report directly to your assigned Operations Supervisor

WORKING CONDITIONS Mental Demands

Ability to egress from the bus and supervise student evacuation from the bus promptly during emergencies
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands

Continued sitting, reaching, climbing up and down steps, and repetitive hand and arm motions.
Moderate lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds

Environmental Demands

Moderate exposure to extreme temperatures and vehicle fumes, gasoline, and diesel fuel
Work inside, may work outside

The Beaumont Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex in the educational programs or activities that it operates and is an equal opportunity employer.

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