Bus Driver

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Senate Bill 9 requires persons employed or seeking employment with a public school district to be fingerprinted and their fingerprints entered into the State Data Base. The paperwork for fingerprinting is generated at the RCISD Administration Office and mailed to the applicant. Applicants are responsible for setting up an appointment at a Texas Education Agency approved site to be fingerprinted. The applicant is responsible for paying the fingerprinting fee, which is approximately $50.00.

• Title: Bus Driver
• Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt
• Reports to: Director of Transportation
• Department: Transportation

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

• Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class
  
  B)
• Must be 18 years of age
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug tests
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of student discipline procedures
• Ability to manage student behavior
• Ability to operate bus

• Follow assigned route and schedules
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities
• Check bus for mechanical defects and notify supervisor of repairs
• Report accidents, damages, injuries, and mechanical failures
• Keep bus clean and fueled

• Supervise students boarding and leaving the bus
• Communicate with teachers and parents about student behavior
• Maintain discipline and report problems
• Instruct students on safe riding rules

• Observe traffic laws and safety regulations
• Inspect bus before driving
• Ensure emergency equipment is in proper condition
• Correct unsafe conditions and report hazards

• Work irregular hours as needed
• Complete safety certification training
• Maintain records of mileage, fuel, and passengers

• Supervisory Responsibilities:
  
  None
• Equipment Used:
  School bus, safety equipment
• Working Conditions:
  
  Moderate exposure to temperature and fumes, physical demands

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Primary and Secondary Education

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