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Bus Driver

@ Lufkin Independent School District
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United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Operate bus, Supervise students, Maintain safety
Requirements Summary:Texas CDL with P and S endorsements; age 18+; DOT drug/alcohol tests; able to pass physical; training; map reading; student safety.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Two-way radio
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Job Description
    Bus Driver JobID: 147
  • Position Type:
      Transportation/Bus Driver

  • Date Posted:
      6/10/2014

  • Location:
      930 TRANSPORTATION

    •   Additional Information:  Show/Hide
     Job Title:        Bus Driver                                                       
    Reports to:      Director of Transportation                                           
    Dept./School:  Transportation 

     

     

    Primary Purpose:

    Operate school bus and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons on assigned route and to and from other designated locations. 

    Qualifications:

    Education/Certification:
    Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
    Special Knowledge/Skills:
    Must be 18 years of age
    Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam
    Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
    Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
    Proficient map reading skills
    Ability to manage student behavior
    Ability to communicate effectively with others
    Ability to operate bus
    Experience:
    None

    Major Responsibilities and Duties:

     

    Vehicle Operation

    1.Drive bus daily following assigned route and adhering to established schedules.
    2.Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
    3.Anticipate problems such as traffic, weather, road conditions, and schedule changes and make necessary adjustments to ensure student safety and reduce delays.
    4.Perform pre- and post-trip inspections according to specifications to ensure bus can be operated safely and notify supervisor of needed repairs. Keep assigned bus clean and maintain appropriate level of fuel.
    5.Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical problems and complete required corresponding reports.

    Student Management

    6.Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
    7.Maintain discipline and use effective behavior management control over groups of students. Report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator and communicate with teachers and parents regarding student’s behavior when warranted.
    8.Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants.

    Safety

    9.Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
    10.Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflector.
    11.Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Report any hazardous conditions along scheduled route.
    12.Install snow chains during inclement weather.
    13.Maintain safety certification.

    Other

    14.Operate and monitor two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.
    15.Complete and maintain accurate, up-to-date, and timely records and reports including but not limited to those related to bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.

    Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

    Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; 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 (under 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

      
    Additional Job Information: Applying for this posting places your name in a pool of applicants who wish to be considered for this position. All applications will be reviewed. Not all applicants will be interviewed.

    The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required

    FMLA regulations require all employers to post the updated FMLA notice.
     
    LISD reserves the right to not fill positions if it is determined by the Superintendent to not be in the best interest of the district.
     



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