Reports To: Driver Personnel Manager

Duty Days: Approximately 20 but may vary based on training needed

Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt

Pay Grade: A01

Qualifications:

College hours, high school diploma or GED (preferred)

Must be 18 years of age or older

Acceptable driving record as defined by TxDPS and Katy ISD

Pass annual physical in accordance with state law

Negative result on drug and/or alcohol test administered as pre-employment, random, post-accident and/or reasonable suspicion basis, in accordance with federal law and district policy

Able to obtain all Bus Driver qualifications within three months of hire date

Able to communicate in English in both written and oral

Able to read and interpret maps and routes

Able to climb in and out of all school bus emergency exits

Able to work productively without continual supervision

Primary Purpose:

Independently study in preparation for written tests with DPS. Obtain a CDL permit the will allow behind-the-wheel training. Observe and learn from CDL drivers currently on routes. Complete behind-the-wheel training. Pass DPS driving skills test to obtain a CDL.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Equipment Used:

School buses, emergency equipment (triangle reflectors, fire extinguisher, bodily fluids kit, etc.), two-way radio, wheel chair lift, securements, fuel pump, cleaning equipment (sanitizer, rag, towel, broom, mop, etc.).

Working Conditions:

Maintain emotional and physical control under stress. Prolonged driving, prolonged sitting, frequent standing and twisting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, pushing/pulling, moderate walking, frequently climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching. Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, dust, and vehicle fumes. Working around moving vehicles and vehicles/machinery with moving parts. Irregular hours and occasional prolonged hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this

job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required .