Transportation - School Bus Driver

Overview

177 Primary

Purpose:

Transport students safely and efficiently from one location to another.

Reports To: Routing Supervisor

Work Year Days: 177 Primary Purpose;
Transport students safely and efficiently from one location to another.

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid CDL with Air Brake, Passenger and School Bus Endorsements, or willingness and ability to obtain
• Current Texas School Bus Safety Certification or willingness and ability to obtain
• Current First Aid and CPR

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Capable of responding in emergency situations
• Ability to pass annual DOT Physical, FISD Dexterity Test, and random drug testing
• Ability to physically perform a front and back door bus evacuation, CPR, and First Aid techniques on the ground and floor
• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• Ability to maneuver effectively in a school bus
• Flexible and open to schedule change
• Positive and encouraging person who is able to promote a healthy work environment
• Drivers will be assigned to general ed or Special Needs
• Special Needs drivers will require knowledge and training in BESI seats, safety vests, wheelchair securement procedures and oxygen buddy systems

• Conduct daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Complete required paperwork and documentation on time.
• Keep bus clean inside and out.
• Fuel the bus.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
• Report any mechanical problems with the bus.
• Complete monthly bus counts.
• Maintain accurate route descriptions.
• Must be punctual and have good attendance.
• Follow Frisco ISD policies and state of Texas school bus driver laws and Texas CDL laws.
• Maintain a positive relationship with Frisco ISD staff, students, and the public.

Frisco ISD retains the right to adjust the responsibilities and assignments of all positions as needed to meet the needs of the District.

Frisco ISD is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that honors and supports the social and emotional well-being of all. Employees are expected to interact in a manner that is becoming of educators and promotes high levels of productivity for the benefit of the students we serve.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Maintain emotional control under stress. Continual sitting, reaching, kneeling, squatting and repetitive hand and arm motions. Intermittent walking the equivalent of at least one mile daily. Work outside and inside. Moderate exposure to extreme temperature (hot) and vehicle fumes.

Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (up to 30 pounds).

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The Frisco Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, or disability status of otherwise qualified individuals. FISD does not discriminate on the basis of membership or application for membership in the uniformed services.