Bus Driver Training Available, Pasadena

Bus Driver
Primary Purpose: Transport and route school buses to ensure safe, efficient, economical transportation of students.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification: High School or GED preferred
21 years of age
Pre-employment MVR license check with Texas Department of Public Safety
Must possess CDL with P&S endorsements, or able to obtain prior to employment
Must pass criminal history background check
Must pass pre-employment D.O.T physical and drug test
Ability to obtain Texas School Bus Driver certification and keep updated as necessary
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Mechanical skills
Ability to deal with a variety of people including those with special needs
Skill in handling radio communications
Ability to follow specific route instructions and/or directions
Ability to drive extra-curricular trips
Be able to read, write, and understand instructions
Completion of 20 hour bus driver certification course, employed at least thirty days as a bus driver in Pasadena ISD
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Safely transport children to and from school
Check and update routes as needed
Coordinate all student rider problems with supervisor and/or principals (via student safety reports)
Perform pre-trip inspections as required by law to ensure proper operation of bus
Report problems to dispatcher
Keep CDL and bus driver certification current
Obey all rules, regulations, and driving laws as set forth by the state of Texas
Clean, upkeep, and fuel bus
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent prolonged and irregular hours; Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; steady phone interactions; moderate standing, walking, and bending