Bus Driver

Arlington, TX
Full Time
Mid Level

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Responsible for the operation of their assigned bus safely and properly, obeying all state and local laws as well as safety policies and route schedules of school district.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum Age 21 years old
  • Minimum Education/Certification/Abilities:
  • High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
  • Pass annual physical examination
  • Possess a CDL License and School Bus Certification or must be able to obtain CDL and Bus Driver Certification within 90 days of employment
  • District instructed safety and operational procedure training
  • Satisfactory driving record
  • Ability to speak and understand English and to read, write and comprehend instructions
  • Ability to hear and respond verbally to acts of disruption and/or safety and behavior concerns
  • Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • Have knowledge relating to operation of all district-owned school buses (preferred)

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Check vehicle before reach run
  • Clean outside of bus
  • Drive bus in a safe and efficient manner – observe all traffic laws
  • Responsible for students entering and exiting the bus
  • Responsible for students eligibility
  • Sign and complete discipline form
  • Must have Commercial Driver License prior to driving a bus with students
  • Report any correction on computer route sheets
  • Make suggestions on route sheets and return sheets to router
  • Make corrections on route sheets and return to router
  • Be aware of two mile limits on buses with eligibility problems
  • Establish and promote a good relationship with students and parents
  • Any other duties assigned by Managers and/or Director
  • Fill in all blanks and provide any information needed to complete Special Trip Sheets
  • Keep daily log of miles driven and charge the miles to correct program on the time card
  • Provide the Transportation Office with a complete description of assigned route and mileage measurements or any update needed of route description or mileage measurements
  • All Regular Ed. Drivers will assign seats on all runs – weekly, the first month of school and monthly thereafter. Be able to communicate in English on the radio and in person
  • All other duties as assigned by the director or designee


 
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