Bus Driver 25-26

College Station ISD•College Station, TX

23h•Onsite

About The Position

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 location.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age
Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Knowledge of student discipline procedure
Ability to manage student behavior
Ability to operate bus
Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B) or ability to obtain one
CDL certification training available for eligible candidates
P & S Endorsement
DOT Physical
School bus safety certification

Responsibilities

Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
Drive 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.
Keep assigned bus clean and fueled.
Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on bus.
Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator.
Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.
Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses
Perform proper pre-post inspection as instructed in the DPS manual.
Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisory of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
Report any hazardous conditions along the route
Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office
Work irregular hours as needed.
Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification.
Keeps records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported
Maintain professional interactions with staff, parents, community and visitors.
Demonstrate the ability to remain calm and withstand pressures.
Demonstrate flexibility to change in routine and adapt quickly to changing situations.
Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly.
Maintain confidentiality of information.
Report to work in a timely manner according to assigned schedule.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.
Maintain professional interactions with staff, parents, community and visitors.
Demonstrate the ability to remain calm and withstand pressures.
Demonstrate flexibility to change in routine and adapt quickly to changing situations.
Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly.
Avoid speaking badly about the district and district personnel.