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TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANT
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What they do
A Bus Driver drives buses and transport passengers along a designated route. Works for a city public transit system, regional bus company, or school district.
$44,342 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANT
Whitney ISD
Whitney ISD - Whitney, Texas This job is also posted in ESC Region 12
Job Details
Job ID:
5917343
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Transportation Assistant
Position Purpose
Under the direction of Director of Transportation, transport students safely and efficiently to an assigned location on a designated route, perform regular safety inspections, perform a wide variety of clerical and secretarial work in support of operations and activities related to Transportation, answer telephones and radio calls to assist in smoother operation of transportation office.
Qualification Profile
High School diploma or equivalent
Valid Class "A" or "B" drivers license with PS endorsement or willing to obtain
Ability to pass the U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and physical exam
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Ability to operate a bus
Essential Job Functions
Operate a two way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communication
Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software
Conduct daily safety inspections of buses and white fleet
Operate a bus along a designated route or field trips
Assign/Prepare vehicles for trips
Ensure all vehicles have fuel
Assist in Routing System to ensure all students are routed including developing new routes
Schedule maintenance for all vehicles
Order parts for shop
Perform a wide variety of clerical and secretarial work in support of operations and activities related to transportation, greet and assist visitors
Input a wide variety of data into an assigned computer system
Additional duties
Perform related duties as assigned.
Equipment
Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.
Travel Requirements
Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proper operation of school bus
Applicable radio codes and proper usage of two way radio.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment
Record-keeping and report preparation techniques
Telephone techniques and etiquette
Operation of computer and assigned software
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazard
Works in standard office and school building environments
Ability to work outdoors
Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions
Evening or variable hours
Exposure to fumes, dust, odors, oil/grease and gases
Sitting for extended periods of time
Position Type:
Full-time