Bus Driver - IDEA Lake Houston (26-27)
$41,600–$41,600 year
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Conduct daily safety and operational inspections of the assigned school bus, then safely transport students to and from school sites, field trips, and home locations while maintaining passenger discipline. Oversee loading and unloading procedures, ensure all students wear safety belts, and resolve disputes or document severe disciplinary cases as required. Maintain accurate records for mileage, routing, maintenance, and schedules, while notifying management of any route delays. Keep all credentials, including the CDL and medical card, current per DOT and IDEA policy. Work flexible evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, with a minimum of 32 hours weekly plus extended hours for campus needs.
Required Qualifications
- GED or High School Diploma
- Experience in the operation of large passenger vehicles
- Ability to manage student behavior
- Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with class P (passenger) and S (school bus) endorsements
- Completed bus driver safety training course
- Must be over 21 years old
- Pass alcohol and drug tests
- DOT Physical Examination
- Must be able to understand and take directions and feedback well
- Able to accept negative and positive feedback
- Able to self-reflect on own performance to improve the operation
- Must manage multiple tasks by prioritizing work
- Needs to adapt to changing circumstances while performing various tasks
- Handle various tasks simultaneously within established time constraints
- Able to work on evenings, weekends, holidays, etc.
- Expected to work a minimum of 32 hours per week
- Able to work extended hours when necessary to meet business needs
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