Bus Driver (part time and substitutes)

Black Oak Mine Unified School District • Georgetown, CA

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About The Position

The position involves operating a bus for the Black Oak Mine Unified School District, ensuring the safety and comfort of students, chaperones, and District personnel during transportation. Responsibilities include inspecting the bus for safety, maintaining order among students, and keeping accurate records. The driver will also participate in individualized education planning for special needs students and perform related tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess a valid Class A or B California commercial driver's license with airbrake endorsement, school bus driver's certificate, and federal S endorsement.
• Possess and renew medical certificate, as required by law.
• Possess and renew first aid certification, as required by law.
• Minimum twenty-one years old.
• Minimum five years of experience as a licensed motor vehicle operator.
• Knowledge and skills to safely use tools or equipment to perform assigned tasks.
• Prior record of safe driving experience.
• Ability to interact with children to maintain a safe environment.
• TB test clearance.
• Criminal Justice fingerprint clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Valid certification in C.P.R.

Responsibilities

• Inspect bus prior to operation for safety purposes (e.g. brake systems, tire pressure, safety equipment, etc.) Check water, oil and fuel, and report any mechanical defects in writing.
• Fuel bus as needed.
• Drive a bus over designated routes in a safe, legal, and prudent manner in accordance with time schedules.
• Transport students, chaperones, and District personnel on field trips to various locations.
• Maintain order among students for the purpose of providing safety, discipline, comfort and reassurance, following established District policies and regulations.
• Maintain required records (e.g. daily log, mileage sheets, work orders, accident reports, etc.).
• Check bus passes and collect tickets on home-to-school and school-to-home routes.
• Operate a two-way radio for the purpose of communicating with school offices, home base, and/or other drivers.
• Install snow chains as needed.
• Participate in individualized education planning and provide appropriate accommodations for special needs students, as required.
• Perform related work as assigned.

Benefits

• In accordance with Board adopted policies, classified contract, and as provided for in the Education Code.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees