Bus Driver

Blanco Independent School District is seeking a qualified Bus Driver to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons on assigned routes and to and from other designated locations.

• Operate school vehicle and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons on assigned route and to and from other designated locations.
• Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
• Drive vehicle to and from extracurricular activities.
• Check vehicle for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor of needed repairs.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.
• Keep assigned vehicle clean and fueled.
• Assist In the preventive maintenance of the bus.
• Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and exit the vehicle and cross the street.
• Perform emergency evacuation of students of vehicle when the situations warrants.
• Maintain discipline and use effective behavior management control over groups of students. Report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator and communicate with teachers and parents regarding student's behavior when warranted.
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school vehicles.
• Observe all emergency and accident scene procedures.
• Perform appropriate first aid to the victim of an accident or sudden illness until the service of health professional can be obtained.
• Inspect vehicle and document the Pre-Trip/Post-Trip checklist to ensure vehicle can be safely operated. Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses and reflector.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Report any hazardous conditions along scheduled route.
• Maintain safety certification
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.
• Work irregular hours as needed.
• Complete and maintain accurate, up-to-date, and timely records and reports including but not limited to those related to vehicle mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the district to ensure the district's goals and objectives are met.
• Reads, understands, and consistently applies or adheres to district policy and administrative procedures.
• Conducts self in a manner that promotes the best image of the district.
• Know when to seek assistance outside the department.
• Plan for the effective completion of assignments and projects.