2023-2024 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 90 days
• Maintan 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/Environment Factors

• Continued sitting, reaching, climbing up and down steps and repetitive hand and arm motions
• Frequent exposure to extreme temperatures and vehicle fumes, gasoline and diesel fuel
• Ability to enter/exit from bus and supervise student evacuation from bus in a timely manner during emergency situations
• Moderate lifting
  
  

Environment

Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands

Maintain emotional control under stress, ability to communicate effectively (verbal)

Other Information

Apply online at lpisd.org, attaching 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 $13.85/hourly

Midpoint $16.69/hourly

Maximum $19.52/hourly

Salary : $14 - $20