Bus Driver

Bus Driver

Midland Independent School District Transportation Complex – Midland, Texas. Open in Google Maps.

This job is also posted in Midland Independent School District.

Job : 5515796

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jan 30, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

POSITION: Bus Driver

EXEMPT STATUS: Non-Exempt

NUMBER OF DAYS: 195

PAY GRADE: AUX-BD

DIVISION: School Plant Services

DEPARTMENT: Transportation

REPORTS TO: Transportation Director, Supervisor, and Routing Specialist

Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on the assigned route. Operate a school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated locations.

• Follow the assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Check the bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify the supervisor of needed repairs.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.
• Keep the assigned bus clean and fueled.

• 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 on the bus.
• Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems to appropriate administrators.
• Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.

• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Inspect the bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure the bus can be operated 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 the work area that could cause an accident and inform the supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
• Report any hazardous conditions along the route.

• Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with the transportation office.
• Work irregular hours as needed.
• Attend and complete the required training program to maintain safety certification.
• Keep records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of Driving safety rules.
• Demonstrate the ability to work well with fellow personnel.
• Assume responsibility for the care, disinfecting of related equipment of the bus.
• Execute DOT inspections and Pre Trip and Post Trip inspections.
• In‑service Training – will need to obtain a minimum of 65.5 hours per school year.
• Follow policies and procedures regarding student bus discipline.
• Demonstrate punctuality when performing duties.
• Follow policies and procedures related to absence from duty.
• Responsible for safely loading and unloading students, following health and safety protocol, and performing emergency evacuation drills.
• Responsible for the assignment of seats for students and oversee the student rosters.
• Responsible for servicing and upkeep of buses and performing exit checks.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and provide great customer service when working with students and parents.
• Operate all Midland ISD vehicles for routing and extracurricular purposes.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Director of Transportation.

• Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class
  
  B), Passenger and School Bus Endorsement.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training.
• Ability to obtain a Texas School Bus Certification.
• Ability to Pass an annual Physical.
• 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.
• Minor computer skills needed.
• Physical examination to determine fitness to drive a bus.
• Valid Texas Drivers License and acceptable driving record; must adhere to Midland ISD’s vehicle…