Bus Driver Trainee

Position: 2025-2026 Bus Driver Trainee
Position:
Bus Driver Trainee

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

Actively seeking to become CDL certified school bus driver. Serve as a bus monitor until eligible to drive a school bus. Attend required bus driver training sessions as required by trainer or supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

* High School Diploma or GED preferred

* Must be at least 18 years of age

* Valid Texas Driver's License and ability to obtain Texas Commercial Driver's License, Class B, (P) Passenger and (S) School Bus Endorsements within 60 days

* Maintain an acceptable MVR - Motor Vehicle Report, in accordance with the Texas school bus driving record eval

* Must pass annual mental and physical exams required by Texas DPS

* Must attend in-service training classes and safety meetings

* Must meet all LPISD hiring criteria, including background screening that meets hiring eligibility

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

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

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

* Successfully complete behind-the-wheel instruction and subsequently pass Texas DPS skills and driving

* Pre-trip bus & emergency equipment inspection prior to leaving 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 in a timely manner

* Participate in head counts 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 in accordance with district expectations

* 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 and report any hazardous conditions along the route

* Correct unsafe conditions in work area that can cause an accident and inform supervisor of any items that cannot be corrected

* Operate two-way radio equipment in accordance with departmental policy

* Work irregular hours as needed

* Attend and complete required training programs and maintain all necessary certifications and license

* Perform any duties that may be assigned by the director or supervisor, up to and including extra runs, as needed

MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Tools/Equipment Used:
Specialized and adaptive equipment used by students

Posture:
Frequent standing and sitting; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:
Frequent walking and reaching

Lifting:
Frequent heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive equipment

Environment:
Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise and vehicle fumes; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases); work around vehicles and machinery with moving parts; may work irregular or prolonged hours

Other Information:

Apply online  and attach your resume to the application. Three current references must be received. These references must include your current supervisor.

The district contributes $400/monthly to the cost of "employee-only" health insurance which is $175/monthly greater than the state required amount of $225/monthly.

Apply:
Apply online by completing the Manual Trades Licensed application sd.org

Pay Grade:
Manual Trades Pay Grade 3, 180 Days

6 Hour/Day Assignment

Applicants with "0" experience start at the minimum:

Minimum $14.10/hourly

Midpoint $16.94/hourly

Maximum $19.77/hourly