School Bus Driver

Advantage Academy
Dallas, TX Part Time | Full Time
POSTED ON 4/30/2023 CLOSED ON 12/19/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Bus Driver position at Advantage Academy?

POSITION: Bus Driver

Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned route. Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated location.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:
Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Must be 18 years of age
Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Knowledge of student discipline procedure
Ability to manage student behavior
Ability to operate bus

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Vehicle Operation
1. Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
2. Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
3. Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor of needed repairs.
4. Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.
5. Keep assigned bus clean and fueled.
Student Management
6. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
7. Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on bus.
8. Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator.
9. Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.
Safety
10. Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
11. Inspect bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus can be operated safely before driving.
12. Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflector.
13. Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisory of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
14. Install snow chains during inclement weather.
15. Report any hazardous conditions along the route.
Other
16. Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office.
17. Work irregular hours as needed.
18. Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification.
19. Keeps records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Equipment Used:
School bus, safety equipment (flares, reflective signs), fire extinguisher.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control. Continual sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm motions. Work outside and inside; moderate exposure to extreme temperature (hot) and vehicle fumes.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

  • Do you want to work full-time or part-time?
  • We have 4 campuses (2 Grand Prairie, TX, 1 Dallas and 1 Waxahachie). Which areas would you prefer to drive in? Also, would you be willing to drive in all areas if we need the help?

Experience:

  • School bus driving: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Valid Class B drivers license (Preferred)
  • CDL (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

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