EL CAMO INDEPENDENT    SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB   DESCRIPTION

Job Title:        Bus   Driver

Reports To:    Director of   Transportation

Dept./School: Transportation

Wage/Hour Status:    Nonexempt

Pay Grade:                MT 5   

Date Revised:             January   1, 2006

Primary Purpose:

         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.

Qualifications:

         Education/Certification:

         ValidTexascommercial driver’s license (Class B   with a “P” endorsement)

         Special Knowledge/Skills:

         Must be 18 years of age

         Ability to pass yearly   medical physical

         Ability to pass a   pre-employment and random alcohol/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

         Experience:

         None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

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.
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

1. Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for   school buses.
2. Inspect bus by checking fuel, tires, lights, brakes,   and steering to ensure bus can be operated safety before driving.
3. Check for any visible leaks. (fuel, oil, coolant)
4. Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, and reflectors.
5. Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could   cause an accident and inform supervisor of any conditions that are not   correctable immediately.
6. Report any hazardous conditions along the route.

Other

1. Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with   transportation office.
2. Work irregular hours as needed.
3. Attend and complete required training program to   maintain safety certification.

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.

The foregoing statements describe   the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an   exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be   required.

Approved by ___________________________________   Date_______________________________                                                     

Reviewed by ___________________________________   Date_______________________________