2025-2026 Bus Driver Trainee

Position: Bus Driver Trainee

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Actively seeking to become CDL certified school bus driver. Serve as a bus monitor until eligible to drive a school bus. Attend required bus driver training sessions as required by trainer or supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age 
• Valid Texas Driver's License and ability to obtain Texas Commercial Driver's License, Class B, (P) Passenger and (S) School Bus Endorsements within 60 days
• Maintain an acceptable MVR - Motor Vehicle Report, in accordance with the Texas school bus driving record eval
• Must pass annual mental and physical exams required by Texas DPS
• Must attend in-service training classes and safety meetings
• Must meet all LPISD hiring criteria, including background screening that meets hiring eligibilty 

Major Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Attend all school bus driver training as required by trainer or supervisor
• Complete Texas CDL written exams to obtain Commercial Driver's License Permit
• Successfully complete behind-the-wheel instruction and subsequently pass Texas DPS skills and driving
• Pre-trip bus & emergency equipment inspection prior to leaving lot for every bus run/trip, including a proper air brake inspection
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries and mechanical failures
• Complete all required reports in a timely manner
• Participate in head counts and roll calls as needed and complete required reports
• Supervise students while they board the bus, are on the bus and as they leave the bus
• Ensure students are crossing the street in accordance with district expectations
• Communicate with teachers and parents as needed regarding student behavior while on the bus
• Maintain/Report student discipline issues according to transportation policy (verbal warnings, phone calls, write-ups)
• Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school and report any hazardous conditions along the route
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area that can cause an accident and inform supervisor of any items that cannot be corrected
• Operate two-way radio equipment in accordance with departmental policy
• Work irregular hours as needed
• Attend and complete required training programs and maintain all necessary certifications and license
• Perform any duties that may be assigned by the director or supervisor, up to and including extra runs, as needed

MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Tools/Equipment Used: Specialized and adaptive equipment used by students

Posture: Frequent standing and sitting; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking and reaching

Lifting: Frequent heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive equipment

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise and vehicle fumes; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases); work around vehicles and machinery with moving parts; may work irregular or prolonged hours

Other Information: 

Apply online at lpisd.org and attach your resume to the application. Three current references must be received. These references must include your current supervisor.

The district contributes $400/monthly to the cost of "employee-only" health insurance which is $175/monthly greater than the state required amount of $225/monthly.

Apply: Apply online by completing the Manual Trades Licensed application at www.lpisd.org

Pay Grade: Manual Trades Pay Grade 3, 180 Days

6 Hour/Day Assignment

Applicants with "0" experience start at the minimum:

Minimum    $14.10/hourly

Midpoint     $16.94/hourly

Maximum   $19.77/hourly

Salary : $14 - $17