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Become a Driver

As a school bus driver, you will play an integral role in the safe and enjoyable transport of our district’s students.  Driving a school bus is rewarding, and it gives one the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children each day.  School bus drivers only have to work 180 days per year, so they are able to be home with their own children on school holidays and during the summer.

 
Benefits

  • Drivers work before and after school and have an opportunity to earn four hours pay per day.
  • Optional Medical Insurance
  • Optional Life Insurance
  • Five paid sick days
  • Opportunity to earn a perfect attendance bonus
  • Opportunity to earn a retention bonus
  • Training provided

Requirements


To become a school bus driver in the state of Texas you must:

  • Obtain a Texas Commercial Driver’s License –Class B with passenger and school bus endorsements

  • Pass a DOT physical annually and pre-employment drug testing

  • Pass annual State license checks and criminal history check

  • Maintain a good driving record as set forth by the Texas Department of Public Safety 

  • Participate and pass a 20 hour Texas School Bus Driver Certification Class

  • Texas School Bus Driver recertification 8 hour course every 3 years

If interested, please contact:

Jeffrey Stockton, Transportation Director
stocktonj@alvaradoisd.net
817.783.6807 ext 1107