What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2024-25 Bus Driver - Part Time (Afternoons) position at Arlington Independent School District?
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.
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
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Driver
Physical Demands:
INFREQUENTLY OCCASIONALY ROUTINELY
LIFT
Light (under 15 lbs) ___ ___ _X_
Moderate (15-44 lbs) ___ ___ _X_
Heavy (45 lbs or over) _X_ ___ ___
CARRY
Light (under 15 lbs) ___ ___ _X_
Moderate (15-44 lbs) ___ _X_ ___
Heavy (45 lbs or over) _X_ ___ ___
Pushing ___ ___ _X_
Bending or stooping ___ ___ _X_
Reaching above shoulder ___ ___ _X_
Driving Equip - Vehicle ___ ___ _X_
Working with Machinery ___ ___ _X_
Climbing
Ladders ___ ___ ___
Stairs ___ ___ _X_
Ramps ___ ___ _X_
Scaffolds ___ ___ ___
Walking ___ ___ _X_
Sitting ___ ___ _X_
Note: In emergency situations the driver may need to lift or pull in excess of above listing.
Environment: 90% outside driving buses - 10% inside building
Brief Description of Job Duties: Drive school bus and secure passengers
Normal work hours: 6:15 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (6 hrs/day) 5 days/week
