Bus Driver

Company:  Arlington ISD
Location: Arlington
Closing Date: 02/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Support/Hourly - Position - Bus Driver
Job Number 0000757466
Start Date
Open Date 05/13/2024
Closing Date 05/02/2025
Minimum pay: $24.06/hr
Please attach the following on the attachments tab of your application:

  • Copy of Driver License
  • Resume
  • Copy of Official High School Diploma/Transcript or GED or College Transcript showing degree obtained.
  • Possess a CDL License and School Bus Certification or must be able to obtain CDL and Bus Driver Certification within 90 days of employment
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF A BUS DRIVER:
  • Responsible for the operation of their assigned bus in a safe and proper manner, obeying all state and local laws as well as safety policies and route schedules of the AISD.
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)
MAJOR 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
EQUIPMENT USED:
  • District-owned school buses and related equipment

MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; global positioning system (GPS); safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher
Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling
Motion: Prolonged driving; moderate walking; frequent climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching
Lifting: Limited light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) on a daily basis
Environment: Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; work around moving vehicles; regularly work irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress
Note: In emergency situations the driver may need to lift or pull in excess of the above listing.
Duty Days 178
Pay Grade Auxiliary 7
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