Part Time School Bus Driver IV – CDL

$500 recruitment bonus available for a limited time (contact HR for details)

DEPARTMENT: Weekends Home
POSTING #:  22-062
TWC JOB ORDER:  15329991
MONTHLY SALARY:  $1,733.00
SHIFT:  20 HOURS/WEEK Fridays 1:30pm – 11:30pm; Sundays 9:00am – 7:00pm.  One time per month the work day may shift to Thursday and /or Monday.  Must be available these days.
OPENING DATE: 06/01/2022
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
CLASSIFICATION / GROUP #:  9325 / A14

Ways to Apply 

Essential Job Functions

• Drives students and staff to designated cities throughout Texas on weekends for Weekends Home program; serves as an emergency back-up driver during shift when not driving
• Serves in supportive role on trips by assisting staff with the management of students
• Assists students on and off vehicles; ensures safe and timely arrival to destination
• Maintains discipline and safety of students during transportation
• Maintains vehicle operation records and provides information for vehicle repair log
• Performs routine vehicle maintenance functions, including checking fluid levels, tire pressures and related items
• Reports problems and potential hazards in vehicle operation to supervisor
• Maintains vehicle cleanliness
• Provides direct care as required
• Attends work regularly in accordance with TSBVI leave policy
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures
• Performs related work as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent
• One year full-time professional driving or closely related experience; may substitute 30 college credit hours (one year) from an accredited college or university for required experience
• Texas Commercial Driver License Class A or B, including a good driving record [Copy of Texas Commercial Driver’s License required at time of interview]
• Must have or be willing to obtain Texas School Bus Driver Safety Training Certificate which requires a physical exam before driving
• Must have or be willing to obtain Air Brake certification
• Must be able to speak, read and write English
• Must have a work reference available by phone during regular business hours
• Pre-employment alcohol and drug testing is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Current air brake and passenger endorsement
• Experience with commercial or public transportation and working with children with disabilities