School Bus Driver

JOB TITLE: BUS DRIVER
WORK DAYS: 10 Months; 201 Paid Days (Including Holidays & Basic Vacation Days)

SUMMARY: Under supervision of the Superintendent or designee, the Bus Driver drives a school bus and transports students over designated routes; does related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Note: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The examples of work performed are neither restricted to nor all encompassing of the duties to be performed under this job title.)

• Drives a school bus over designated routes in all weather conditions according to established time schedules.
• Transports students and school staff to special events, athletic trips, and other field trips.
• Maintains order among students on the bus following Federal, State and district policies and regulations.
• Assists handicapped students in boarding or leaving bus and escorts students with street crossings at bus stops as needed.
• Performs safety inspection of bus prior to operation.
• Reports mechanical defects and needed repairs.
• Cleans/washes bus interior and exterior, windows and mirrors.
• Keeps records and prepares routine reports.
• Operates two-way radio system.
• Attends safety meetings and programs.
• Contacts parents regarding student behavior and discipline matters.
• Conducts yearly bus evacuation drills.
• May render first aid to passengers, following prescribed safety and first aid procedures.
• Monitors and maintains appropriate fuel level of bus.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS /REQUIREMENTS: (At time of application)
KNOWLEDGE OF/ABILITY TO:

• Safe driving practices.
• Appropriate interaction with students, parents, staff, school administrators, general public, law enforcement, etc.

ABILITY TO:

• Read and write English at a level required for successful job performance.
• Operate a school bus and to drive a school bus safely, efficiently, on time, and in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain order on a school bus.
• Learn a prescribed bus route.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Keep records and prepare reports.
• Learn and carry out prescribed safety checks, bus evacuation drills and other emergency procedures.
• Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, parents, administrators, District employees, and the general public.
• Operate a two-way radio or other communication equipment assigned to the bus.
• Remain calm and composed in stressful situations.
• Operate a computer device as needed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Possess and maintain current as a condition for ongoing employment, a valid California Driver’s License, Certificates and endorsements from CHP and DMV to operate a school bus.
• Passing required initial and subsequent random, drug and alcohol screenings.
• Possess, and maintain as a condition for ongoing employment, First Aid and CPR certifications as required by DMV and CHP to operate a school bus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation)

• Speak, read and understand sufficiently to successfully receive/provide information to/from students, parents, supervisors/administrators, co-workers, the public, and to ensure proper student behavior during transportation etc.
• Capacity to remain in a seated position for extended periods of time
• Physical ability to perform assigned duties, including sitting for long periods of time, performing emergency student evacuations, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, etc.
• Ability to lift and/or carry/drag up to 25 pounds to assist students during bus emergency evacuations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.08 - $44.11 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to pass required initial and subsequent random, drug and alcohol screenings?
• Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, or do you currently have a felony or misdemeanor charge pending? Convictions include a plea of guilty, nolo contendere (no contest) and/or a finding of guilty by a judge or a jury, or a conviction that has been judicially dismissed or ordered sealed, including 'expungement' granted pursuant to Penal Code section 1203.4. (Note: Exclude convictions related to the use of marijuana that are over two years old)
• Have you ever been dismissed or asked to resign from any position?
• Please provide the name and contact information for three references.
• Please answer all questions or your application will not be complete.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Bus/Delivery Driving: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• CA Driver's License (Required)
• First Aid and CPR certifications (Preferred)
• CHP and DMV endorsement to operate a school bus (Required)

Work Location: In person