Bus Driver
Arlington, TX, United States
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