Applications will be accepted beginningWednesday, November 1, 2023 12:00 AM(Mountain Standard Time)Bus Driver / MaintenanceJob DescriptionPrimary Purpose:Operate school bus 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. Perform general maintenance and repair of building structures and their mechanical, electrical, and sanitary systems throughout district. Assist with maintenance of grounds.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsementsSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Must be 18 years of ageAbility to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical examAbility to complete required bus driver safety trainingAbility to follow written and verbal instructionsAbility to manage student behaviorAbility to communicate effectively with othersAbility to operate busAbility to operate hand and power toolsAbility to work independentlyKnowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair proceduresExperience:NoneMajor Responsibilities and Duties:Vehicle OperationDrive bus daily following assigned route and adhering to established schedules.Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.Anticipate problems such as traffic, weather, road conditions, and schedule changes and make necessary adjustments to ensure student safety and reduce delays.Perform pre- and post-trip inspections according to specifications to ensure bus can be operated safely and notify supervisor of needed repairs. Keep assigned bus clean and maintain appropriate level of fuel.Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical problems and complete required corresponding reports.Maintenance and RepairAssist skilled workers with repair and maintenance of district facilities, including repairing woodwork; replacing electrical switches, fixtures, and motors; painting, repairing, and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems; and replacing broken glass.Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.Detect and report needed major repairs on building structures and their systems, including lockers, furniture, and equipment.Complete repairs as directed on work orders or by maintenance foreman.Assist with mowing and detailing of district grounds.Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.Student ManagementInstruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.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.Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants.SafetyObserve all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, 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.Install snow chains during inclement weather.Maintain safety certification.Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate equipment and use tools according to established safety procedures.Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.OtherOperate and monitor two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.Complete and maintain accurate, up-to-date, and timely records and reports including but not limited to those related to bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.Supervisory Responsibilities:NoneMental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher. Small hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools; light truck or vanPosture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling. Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twistingMotion: Prolonged driving; moderate walking; frequent climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching. Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent drivingLifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basisEnvironment: Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; work around moving vehicles; regularly irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours. Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travelMental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stressPrimary Location District WideSalary Range Please see our Salary Schedule (http://www.fhisd.net/departments/business_office)100 School DrivePO BOX 98Fort Hancock TX, 79839Phone: 915.769.3811Fax: 915.769.3940info@fhisd.net
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