Bus Driver #30-27

Newport-Mesa Unified School District•Costa Mesa, CA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Transportation, the Bus Driver operates and maintains school buses to transport students safely and efficiently to assigned locations along designated routes. The role includes performing regular safety inspections and preparing records and reports related to assigned activities. Positions work a minimum of 25 hours per week on a split shift, Monday through Friday, 10 months per year. There are several regular openings.

Requirements

High school graduation, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience sufficient to demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities.
Valid California Class A or B Motor Vehicle Operator's License with passenger transportation endorsement (S) and air brake endorsement.
Current DMV printout submitted with the application; it must be less than 30 days old.
Valid California Special Driver Certificate for school buses.
Current California Highway Patrol-approved First Aid Certificate, if required on the Special Driver Certificate.
Current valid DL-51 Medical Card.
Ability to be insured and remain insurable by the District's liability insurance carrier.
Knowledge of safe and defensive driving practices, school bus operation, applicable traffic and student transportation rules, basic first aid, recordkeeping and report preparation, interpersonal skills, health and safety regulations, and oral and written communication.
Ability to drive a school bus safely and efficiently; learn and follow routes and District policies; maintain passenger discipline and bus cleanliness; conduct safety inspections and routine preventive maintenance; administer first aid; maintain records; follow directions; communicate effectively; meet schedules; and operate a two-way radio.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience as a school bus driver is preferred.

Responsibilities

Drive a school bus along designated routes and pick up and discharge students according to time schedules; stop traffic and escort students across streets when necessary.
Follow legal and defensive driving practices and ensure compliance with applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes, and regulations.
Maintain order and discipline among passengers on the bus and at bus stops in accordance with District policies, and prepare related reports as needed.
Conduct required daily safety inspections of the interior, exterior, and engine; report mechanical problems and maintain related records.
Keep buses clean and safe by washing, sweeping, and cleaning them, and refuel vehicles as necessary.
Transport students, faculty, and parents on field trips or other events; meet assigned schedules and prepare related logs and reports.
Assist students with disabilities in boarding, sitting in, and leaving the bus safely; load and secure wheelchairs, ensure students are safely fastened, and use wheelchair lifts and tie-downs.
Determine appropriate action during potential or actual medical emergencies and administer first aid as needed.
Use two-way radios for bus-to-bus and bus-to-base communications.
Maintain routine records related to assigned activities.
Attend assigned safety meetings and programs.
Perform related duties as assigned.