School Bus Driver

About the position

The Personnel Commission announces an OPEN and PROMOTIONAL recruitment. This recruitment will result in the establishment of one integrated eligibility list. Promotional candidates will have seniority points added to final passing scores (.25 of a point for every year of classified service up to a maximum of 5 points). This list will be used to fill current and future vacancies and will be active for one year or until canceled. There are currently multiple positions open in our Transportation Department. These are 6 hour/day, 11 month position. Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, operate a school bus over designated routes to transport students safely and efficiently to and from assigned locations; transport school groups on special trips which may be out of town; and assure vehicle safely by performing daily safety inspections and cleaning duties.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus over designated routes to transport students safely and efficiently.
• Transport school groups on special trips which may be out of town.
• Perform daily safety inspections and cleaning duties on the vehicle.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school.
• One year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.
• Possession of a valid California Class A or B Driver's License with passenger and air brake endorsements.
• Valid California School Bus Driver Certificate.
• Possession of a valid Medical Certificate approved by the Department of Motor Vehicles or the Federal Highway Administration of the US Department of Transportation.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of proper operations of school buses.
• Safe and defensive driving methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of applicable provisions of the California Vehicle Code, Code of Regulations, and Education Code.
• Understanding of various mechanical characteristics of buses.
• Familiarity with the school district geographical area.
• Knowledge of applicable District and site policies, procedures, and objectives of assigned program and activities.
• Proper operation of two-way radios.
• Awareness of appropriate health and safety regulations, safety precautions, and procedures.
• Basic first aid procedures.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Proper lifting techniques.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Basic computer skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.