Bus Driver

Prairieland Detention Center•Alvarado, TX

103d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bus Driver is responsible for conducting pre- and post-trip inspections on all vehicles, ensuring all potential safety defects are reported, and maintaining the sanitation of transport vehicles. This role involves the safe transfer of inmates/detainees, providing custody safety and security, and adhering to all applicable traffic laws and company policies. The driver will also promote positive social skills, maintain accountability, and comply with Federal, State, FMCSA, and DOT Regulations.

Requirements

Must be at least 23 years of age.
Valid driver’s license with a clear MVR for three (3) years.
Valid CDL (required) with the Passenger (P) endorsement with Air Brakes, with Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse - DOT (required)
Required to maintain specific State and Federal licenses due to contractual agreements.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Responsibilities

Conducts pre- and post-trip inspections on all vehicles.
Provides written Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR) post trip or shift.
Ensures all potential safety defects are reported to the Transportation Supervisor.
Responsible for ensuring all necessary paperwork for the transfer of inmates/detainees in accordance with LaSalle Corrections Transport, LLC. (LCT, LLC.) and LaSalle Corrections policies, procedures, and contractual agreements.
Provide custody safety and security of offenders/detainees.
Responsible for the transfer of offenders/detainees from one agency to another.
Read, review, and properly apply information found in inmate records which is related to the inmates’ health and safety and to the security of the facility.
Provide appropriate information to other personnel.
Shall obey all applicable traffic laws, drive the posted speed limits, and must wear safety belts.
Drive facility vehicles in a safe and defensive manner according to policy and procedures.
Ensure the sanitation of transport vehicles by cleaning after every transfer; sink, toilet, lavatory and adequately maintain a log.
Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
Maintain accountability of staff, inmates, and property; adhere to safety practices.
Perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.
Comply with Federal, State, FMCSA Regulations and DOT Regulations.