What are the responsibilities and job description for the BUS DRIVER position at Lubbock ISD?
Position Type
TRANSPORTATION/BUS DRIVER
Date Posted
8/30/2023
Location
Transportation
Date Available
ASAP
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Job Title: Bus Driver
Wage/Hour: $18.50
Reports to: Steven Salas, Transportation Supervisor
Phone: 806-993-2402 Ext. 11400
Email: ssalas@lcisd.net
Primary Purpose
Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students and other personnel on assigned route to and from schools or other designated locations.
Qualifications
Minimum Education/Certification:
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid Texas CDL with passenger and student endorsements
Valid Texas School Bus Driver Certification
Special Knowledge/Skills
Ability to successfully complete require bus driver safety training and physical examination
Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
Ability to manage student behavior
Ability to verbally communicate on two way radio
Ability to effectively communicate in English (read, write and speak)
Demonstrate problem solving abilities
Knowledge of routes and campuses
Knowledge of student discipline procedures
Maintain a criminal background which meets all local school district, state and federal requirements
Ability to interpret schedules, forms and maps
Ability to make critical decisions during pressure situations
Ability to multitask
Experience
None required
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Vehicle Operation
TRANSPORTATION/BUS DRIVER
Date Posted
8/30/2023
Location
Transportation
Date Available
ASAP
Additional Information: Show/Hide
Job Title: Bus Driver
Wage/Hour: $18.50
Reports to: Steven Salas, Transportation Supervisor
Phone: 806-993-2402 Ext. 11400
Email: ssalas@lcisd.net
Primary Purpose
Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students and other personnel on assigned route to and from schools or other designated locations.
Qualifications
Minimum Education/Certification:
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid Texas CDL with passenger and student endorsements
Valid Texas School Bus Driver Certification
Special Knowledge/Skills
Ability to successfully complete require bus driver safety training and physical examination
Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
Ability to manage student behavior
Ability to verbally communicate on two way radio
Ability to effectively communicate in English (read, write and speak)
Demonstrate problem solving abilities
Knowledge of routes and campuses
Knowledge of student discipline procedures
Maintain a criminal background which meets all local school district, state and federal requirements
Ability to interpret schedules, forms and maps
Ability to make critical decisions during pressure situations
Ability to multitask
Experience
None required
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Vehicle Operation
- Follow the assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
- Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
- Check the bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify the supervisor of needed repairs.
- Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.
- Keep the assigned bus clean and fueled.
- Assist in the preventative maintenance of the bus.
- Supervise assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
- Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on the bus.
- Maintain discipline; document and report student discipline problems to the supervisor.
- Instruct students on safe riding rules, regulations and proper evacuation techniques.
- Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses and use effective defensive driving techniques.
- Observe all emergency and accident scene procedures.
- Perform appropriate first aid to the victim of an accident or sudden illness until the service of a health professional can be obtained.
- Inspect the bus and document the Pre-Trip/Post-Trip checklist to ensure the bus can be operated safely.
- Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar and reflector.
- Correct unsafe conditions in the work area that could cause an accident and inform the supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
- Operate all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses and sue effective defensive driving techniques.
- Work irregular hours as needed.
- Attend and successfully complete all required training to maintain safety certification.
- Keep records on bus mileage, seat assignment and number of passengers transported.
- Other duties as assigned.
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