Bus Driver

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Job Title: Bus Driver

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Date Revised: 2012

Dept./School: Transportation

Primary Purpose: Operate school bus and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons on assigned route and to and from other designated locations.

Qualifications:

• Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam.
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Proficient map reading skills.
• Ability to manage student behavior.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to operate bus.

Experience: None required.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Drive bus following assigned route and schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Anticipate problems like traffic and weather, and make adjustments for safety and timeliness.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, report repairs, and keep bus clean.
• Report accidents, damages, injuries, and mechanical issues.
• Instruct students on safety rules, supervise boarding and exiting, and crossing streets.
• Maintain discipline and manage student behavior.
• Perform emergency evacuations when necessary.
• Observe traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Ensure emergency equipment is in proper condition.
• Report hazardous conditions and install snow chains during bad weather.
• Maintain safety certification and operate communication equipment.
• Keep records of mileage, fuel, and passenger counts.

Other: Supervisory responsibilities:
None.

Physical and Environmental Demands: Prolonged sitting, frequent standing, climbing stairs, exposure to extreme temperatures, noise, fumes, and irregular hours.

This document describes general responsibilities and may not include all duties or skills required.