Bus Driver

## Overview **Make Your Mark at The Park!** What sets Deer Park apart from all other school districts? Here’s why you should consider joining our team: - **Competitive Salaries** and **Benefit Contributions** - A **Strategic District Calendar** designed to promote a healthy work/life balance - **Free Employee Assistance Program** for personal and professional support - **No-Cost Robust Staff Development Opportunities** to enhance your skills - **Exchange Day Incentive Program** for added benefits - **First and Second Year Teacher Academies** to support new educators in their journey - **Extensive Safety & Security Measures**, including armed police officers on every campus At Deer Park, we are committed to providing the resources and support to ensure your success and well-being. Join us and be a part of something special! ## Description Driver must be physically and mentally alert. Obey all traffic laws. Observe all mandatory bus safety regulations and transport only authorized students. ## Requirements **Qualifications:** - Must possess Texas Commercial Driver's License - Bus Driver's Physical Examination - Must be 21 years of age or older **Responsibilities:** - Must be able to maintain discipline when students are on the bus and report undisciplined students to the proper administrator - Adhere to designated route description and stops assigned - Keep assigned bus swept and cleaned - Perform pre-trip bus inspection before each departure from Transportation Department - Fuel bus daily and record the fuel used - Notify proper administrator in case of mechanical failure - Discharge students only at authorized stops - Enforce all rules and regulations from student conduct policy posted - Perform other duties assigned by Director of Transportation All potential candidates must adhere to and meet the requirements set forth in Texas Education Code (TEC), Chapter 22, Subchapter C prior to eomployment regarding being fingerprinted. - **Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:** • Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; global positioning system (GPS); safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher • Posture: Prolonged driving; moderate walking; frequent climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching • Lifting: Limited light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) on a daily basis • Environment: Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; work around moving vehicles; regularly work irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours • Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress