Bus Driver

Beaumont ISD • Beaumont, TX

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About The Position

The Bus Driver is responsible for ensuring the safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned routes. This role involves operating a school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated locations. The position requires adherence to established schedules and communication with campus administrators and parents regarding student behavior.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid Texas Commercial Drivers License (Class B with Passenger and Air Brake Endorsements).
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test.
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training course.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of student discipline procedures.
• Ability to manage student behavior.
• Ability to operate a bus.

Responsibilities

• Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
• Drive a bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• 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.
• Provide all documentation required by state regulations and/or departmental guidelines.
• Keep assigned bus clean.
• Supervise students while they board and depart the bus and cross the street.
• Communicate with campus administrators and parents on a daily basis concerning student behavior while on the bus.
• Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems to appropriate campus administrators.
• Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Before driving, inspect bus by checking gauges, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus is safe to operate.
• Check and maintain emergency equipment such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, and reflectors.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
• Report any hazardous conditions along the bus route.
• Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office.
• Attend and complete required safety training programs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees