Bus Driver - Route #18-Transportation Department-#83691

Kings Canyon Unified School District•Reedley, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Bus Driver drives a school bus over designated routes to transport school children and performs general unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance work. The position transports students—including infants, wheelchair users, and students with special needs—on scheduled routes and field trips. Drivers maintain order and follow District policies regarding student discipline and interactions with parents and other school patrons. Drivers must receive training in mainstreaming students with special needs. During non-driving time, if employed beyond actual driving hours, duties may include cleaning buses, delivering supplies and equipment, servicing buses and making minor repairs, assisting mechanics and other staff with maintenance and custodial work, and notifying the District when bus maintenance is due. The position has direct responsibility for the safety and well-being of students and requires compliance with applicable laws, regulations, District policies, and safety procedures. The listed schedule is 5:30 AM–8:30 AM and 1:30 PM–5:15 PM. Drivers may be required to work during hours of darkness.

Requirements

One year of experience operating a motor vehicle.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid California Driver’s License, Class A or B-P; the posting also lists CDL Class B PS.
Valid California Special Driver’s Certificate for School Bus.
Valid DL-51 Medical Examination certificate.
Knowledge of safe driving practices, the 8-way amber/red light system, District vehicles, school bus operations, applicable laws and codes, basic bus-maintenance hand tools, and proper use of strobe and fog lights.
Ability to drive school buses and other automotive equipment safely and efficiently, maintain and renew certificate eligibility, maintain order among students, perform general maintenance, and follow oral and written directions.
Ability to complete required paperwork and comply with state and federal regulations, California Energy Commission requirements, and extended-trip logbook requirements.
Ability to perform safety-sensitive duties while meeting drug- and alcohol-free standards under Code of Federal Regulations Title 49, Section 382 et seq.
Ability to work in a friendly manner with coworkers, students, and parents; read and understand maps; communicate clearly in oral and written form; and perform duties in accordance with District requirements and Board of Education policies.
Ability to pass the State Skill Test, State Written Test, Department of Transportation physical, and MDE Basic Training Programs.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 75 pounds.
Drivers are required to have training in mainstreaming students with special needs.

Responsibilities

Drive a school bus over designated routes according to an established schedule, picking up and discharging students, including infants, wheelchair users, and students with special needs.
Escort students across streets, stop traffic as needed, and escort pre-K through 12th grade students in accordance with District policy.
Transport students and teachers on field trips.
Maintain order among students on the bus and follow District policies concerning discipline and interactions with parents and school patrons.
When employed beyond actual driving time, clean, sweep, and wash the bus.
Load, unload, and drive vehicles to deliver supplies and equipment.
Service buses and make minor repairs as required.
Assist mechanics, maintenance staff, and custodial workers with general maintenance and custodial work in school buildings and on grounds.
Notify the District when bus maintenance is due.
Complete necessary paperwork in compliance with state and federal regulations, California Energy Commission requirements, and logbook requirements for extended trips.
Perform safety-sensitive functions while complying with drug and alcohol standards under applicable federal regulations.