Bus Driver

Support/Hourly - Position - Bus Driver Job Number 0000761358 Start Date Open Date 04/01/2025 Closing Date 05/01/2026 Minimum pay: $24.97/hr Please attach the following on the attachments tab of your application: Copy of Driver License Resume Copy of Official High School Diploma/Transcript or GED or College Transcript showing degree obtained. Possess a CDL License and School Bus Certification or must be able to obtain CDL and Bus Driver Certification within 90 days of employment PRIMARY PURPOSE OF A BUS DRIVER: Responsible for the operation of their assigned bus in a safe and proper manner, obeying all state and local laws as well as safety policies and route schedules of the AISD. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Age 21 years old Minimum Education/Certification/Abilities: High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution Pass annual physical examination Possess a CDL License and School Bus Certification or must be able to obtain CDL and Bus Driver Certification within 90 days of employment District instructed safety and operational procedure training Satisfactory driving record Ability to speak and understand English and to read, write and comprehend instructions Ability to hear and respond verbally to acts of disruption and/or safety and behavior concerns Special Knowledge/Skills: Have knowledge relating to operation of all district-owned school buses (preferred) MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Check vehicle before reach run Clean outside of bus Drive bus in a safe and efficient manner - observe all traffic laws Responsible for students entering and exiting the bus Responsible for students eligibility Sign and complete discipline form Must have Commercial Driver License prior to driving a bus with students Report any correction on computer route sheets Make suggestions on route sheets and return sheets to router Make corrections on route sheets and return to router Be aware of two mile limits on buses with eligibility problems Establish and promote a good relationship with students and parents Any other duties assigned by Managers and/or Director Fill in all blanks and provide any information needed to complete Special Trip Sheets Keep daily log of miles driven and charge the miles to correct program on the time card Provide the Transportation Office with a complete description of assigned route and mileage measurements or any update needed of route description or mileage measurements All Regular Ed. Drivers will assign seats on all runs - weekly, the first month of school and monthly thereafter. Be able to communicate in English on the radio and in person All other duties as assigned by the director or designee EQUIPMENT USED: District-owned school buses and related equipment MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; global positioning system (GPS); safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling Motion: Prolonged driving; moderate walking; frequent climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching Lifting: Limited light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) on a daily basis Environment: Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; work around moving vehicles; regularly work irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress Note: In emergency situations the driver may need to lift or pull in excess of the above listing. Duty Days 178 Additional Job Information This is a pooled position. It is open year round even if no current openings exist. Pay Grade Auxiliary 7