Bus Driver Trainee (Substitute)
About The Position
The Bus Driver Trainee position consists of a total of approximately 80 hours of classroom and behind the wheel training. When not in training, the trainee may also work as a van driver. The training program typically takes 3-4 months to complete. After completion of the program and obtaining the required Commerical Driver's License with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, trainees will be eligible apply for a regular School Bus Driver position with the District. To qualify to be a trainee, candidates will need to complete a DOT physical and drug screen, provide a California Driver's Record Report, and be cleared through the FMCSA DOT Clearinghouse. Valid Adult CPR and First Aid Certifications are also required. The hourly rate for this position, including training, is $22.14/hour. The Bus Driver Trainee is a substitute position. If hired as a school bus driver, the hourly rate will increase to $23.84/hour. For more information about this program, please click here . The next training course will start on March 9, 2026. Job Summary Attends classroom and behind-the-wheel training to become qualified as a School Bus Driver. In addition, under the supervision of the Transportation Operations Supervisor, drives vehicles to transport students safely and efficiently to an assigned location on a designated route; provides safe and secure transportation for students who may have physical, medical, educational and emotional needs; load, unload and secure special needs students; perform regular daily safety inspections and regular cleaning of vehicles.
Requirements
- Complete a DOT physical and drug screen
- Provide a California Driver's Record Report
- Be cleared through the FMCSA DOT Clearinghouse
- Valid Adult CPR and First Aid Certifications are also required
Responsibilities
- Attends classroom and behind-the-wheel training to become qualified as a School Bus Driver.
- Under the supervision of the Transportation Operations Supervisor, drives vehicles to transport students safely and efficiently to an assigned location on a designated route
- Provides safe and secure transportation for students who may have physical, medical, educational and emotional needs
- Load, unload and secure special needs students
- Perform regular daily safety inspections and regular cleaning of vehicles
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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