Big Spring Independent School District
Bus Driver
Big Spring Independent School District, Big Spring, Texas, United States, 79720
Position Type:Auxiliary Services/Bus Driver
Date Posted:2/3/2023
Location:Auxiliary ServicesJob Description: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.
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.
Salary ScheduleLocal Hiring Schedule
Additional Job InformationVehicle Operation1. 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 Management6. 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.
Safety10. 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.
Other16. 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.
Contact InformationJohn SparksDirector of Auxiliary ServicesBig Spring ISD432-264-4108
Date Posted:2/3/2023
Location:Auxiliary ServicesJob Description: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.
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.
Salary ScheduleLocal Hiring Schedule
Additional Job InformationVehicle Operation1. 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 Management6. 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.
Safety10. 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.
Other16. 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.
Contact InformationJohn SparksDirector of Auxiliary ServicesBig Spring ISD432-264-4108