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Standby Cover Driver, CDL (185 days)

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Dallas Independent School District

Dallas, TX (In Person)

$47,195 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 5 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/25/2026

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Standby Cover Driver, CDL (185 days) Dallas Independent School District - 3.6 Dallas, TX Job Details Full-time From $22.69 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Customer communication Passenger Endorsement Writing skills Employee relationship building Full-size bus driving experience School Bus Endorsement Air Brake Endorsement Public relations Air brake Full Job Description Standby Cover Driver, CDL (185 days) -(26000247) Description Must be willing to work flexible hours Presents a positive role model for patrons that supports the goals of Dallas ISD Works effectively with others Reports to work on time, is reliable for regular and overtime work, and is absent only with good cause Exhibits good judgement in decision making and problem solving Recognizes needs of job and suggests ways to improve efficiency and productivity Operates a bus safely and efficiently transporting pupils to and from school and related activities Follows the Dallas ISD Driver Code of Conduct Accessible to dispatcher or supervisor for daily assignments Assumes charge of the bus and passengers while the bus is in route and is responsible for the safety and conduct of those transported Maintains a good working relationship with the principals and maintains a disciplined decorum of the bus conducive to safety and protection of property Assists and instructs pupils in proper loading and unloading procedures Operates according to assigned schedules and routes Renders assistance, if needed, when the bus breaks down or is involved in an accident Makes neat, legible and accurate transportation records as required Reports discipline problems to the transportation supervisor and to the principal Covers routes and/or other runs as the supervisor or dispatcher directs Transports only authorized students and adult sponsors Maintains a clean bus externally and internally Reports maintenance problems to maintenance foreman in a timely manner Attends all required staff developments Demonstrates leadership with proper attendance and punctuality Follows the chain of command as noted in organizational policy Uses time wisely to ensure productivity and efficiency Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned) Qualifications Accredited High School Diploma or equivalent (U.S.A. equivalency) preferred At least 21 years of age Texas Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B) with Passenger (P) and School (S) endorsements Must be able to drive a vehicle with Air-Brakes Type 3 driving record that meets the District's standard for operations of motor vehicles Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam Meet all state (TEA) qualifications for school bus drivers Competency to complete required bus driver safety training Exceptional communications, public relations and interpersonal skills Must be able to communicate effectively in speaking, reading, and writing Bilingual preferred minimum 1 year school bus driving experience Ability to driver multiple types of buses (Type
A, B, C, D
Bus) Trained in Special Needs Transportation, or willing to be trained within 30 days of employment
Work Locations:
Student Transportation Services 5151 SAMUELL BLVD Dallas 75228
Job:
Driver Full-time Minimum Salary:
22.69
Job Posting:
May 22, 2026