Bus Driver

Overview

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

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

• All candidates will be assessed by the District on their ability to read, write, and speak in English. All candidates must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and speak at the 8th grade level.
• Valid Texas commercial driver s license (Class
  
  B) with passenger and school bus endorsement
• Must have "P" Passenger Endorsement
• Must have "S" School Bus Endorsement
• Must be 18 years of age
• Prior to and during employment, must have a criminal history record check that does not include a felony and/or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of student discipline procedures
• Ability to manage student behavior
• Ability to operate bus
• Must be able to work on evening shifts after 2:30 p.m. as assigned

Vehicle Operation

• Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules as required.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities, UIL and special events (often in evenings, nights, or weekends) as required.
• Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor of needed repairs.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.
• Keep records on bus mileage, fuel and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.
• Maintain and keep updated records on bus route schedules and maps, daily student counts, and mileage, fuel and oil consumption.

Student Management

• 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.
• Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems by appropriate administrator.
• Instruct student on safe riding rules and regulations.

Safety

• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Inspect bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure 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, etc. Conduct annual bus evacuation drills, as required by the Department of Education, and implement evacuations as required in an emergency.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
• Increase safe operation(s) during inclement weather.
• Report any hazardous conditions along the route.

Other

• Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office.
• Work irregular hours as required.
• Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or others.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Work Details

• Location:
  
  Transportation Department
• Date Posted: 2/2/2026
• Position Type:
  Transportation/ Bus Driver

Reporting TO:
Director for Transportation

Final date to receive applications: Until Filled

Working Year: 183 days

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Hourly Range: $18.25 - $24.49

EEO Statement

The Mission Consolidated Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law.

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. I acknowledge I received a copy of this job description.

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