Transit Bus Driver

Location: Prairie View

Job Title Transit Bus Driver Agency Prairie  View A&M University Department Transportation  Center Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job  Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Staff Job  Description Important Immigration information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate._______________________________________________________________________________The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Under direct supervision, operates a 15- 30 passenger bus in a safe and professional manner in accordance with an assigned schedule that is designed to ensure the timely and safe transport of students between pick up and drop off points within the university and selected off campus sites.

Responsibilities:

Drive a 15- 30 passenger bus in a safe and professional manner. Ensure the safe transport of students between pickup and drop off points within the university campus area and selected off campus sites.

Operates wheelchair and ADA access equipment associated with the shuttle bus to ensure safe and professional accommodations for ADA passengers.

Operate a two-way radio and paging system in a professional manner.

Perform before and after operation maintenance, maintain log books, and submit all reports required by the Shuttle Bus Standardized Operating Procedures Guide.

Maintain accurate and daily and monthly reports; maintain cleanliness of bus and fueling of bus at the end of each shift

Required

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma Two years of work experience

Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrate the ability to operate several types of buses and vans to the extent of maneuvering safely through congested traffic conditions, adverse weather and road conditions.

Exhibit a high degree of mental concentration and independent judgment.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:

Valid vehicle operator’s license and good driving record. Must be able to obtain State of Texas class 'B' vehicle operator's license (Commercial Drivers License with passenger endorsement and air brakes endorsement) within 45 days of employment.

Job Posting Close Date:09/22/2026

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

Resume or Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received…