Substitute School Bus Driver Lodi Unified School District Lodi, CA

Substitute School Bus Driver (On-Call)

Lodi Unified School District. Lodi, CA.

Basic Function:
Operate a school bus to transport students safely and efficiently to and from school, field trips and special events using a designated route; participate in the routine cleaning and servicing of school buses.

• Drive a school bus along a designated route, picking up and discharging students in accordance with established time schedules; observe legal and defensive driving practices; assure compliance with applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations.
• Maintain order and discipline among passengers on the bus and while waiting at bus stops in accordance with District policies related to disciplining students; escort students across streets.
• Conduct daily safety inspection of bus; inspect the interior, exterior, brakes, belts, engine and other mechanical systems and safety belts of vehicle; report mechanical malfunctions or other problems as required.
• Participate in the routine cleaning and servicing of school buses; fuel and wash buses; check oil and fluid levels; clean windshield and headlamps; maintain bus in clean and safe operating condition.
• Adhere to established policies and procedures related to the release of special education students to teachers and parents.
• Transport students, faculty and parents on field trips or to other events, meeting scheduled departure and arrival times as assigned.
• Determine appropriate action in potential or real medical emergency situations according to established guidelines; administer first aid as needed; conduct routine emergency evacuation drills as assigned.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports related to vehicle operation and condition; maintain routine records of mileage and student counts, conduct reports and others as required.
• Communicate with parents and teachers and resolve issues or concerns as needed.
• Attend safety meetings and programs as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge Of: Safe and defensive driving practices;
  Proper operation of school buses;
  Provisions of the California Vehicle Code and Education Code applicable to the operation of vehicles in transporting students;
  First aid procedures;
  Policies and procedures related to the release of special education students to teachers and parents;
  Basic record-keeping techniques;
  Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Ability To: Drive a school bus safely and efficiently;
  Maintain bus in clean and proper working condition;
  Conduct safety inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance;
  Maintain safe discipline level among passengers;
  Learn and apply District policies and procedures related to student discipline;
  Observe legal and defensive driving practices;
  Learn and follow designated routes, stops and time schedules;
  Read and interpret maps;
  Administer first aid to ill or injured children;
  Maintain routine records;
  Understand and follow oral and written directions;
  Communicate effectively with others;
  Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or equivalent and responsible experience operating a school bus.

• Valid School Bus Driving Certificate
• Valid medical certificate
• First Aid certificate
• Incumbents in this classification are subject to completing and passing a California Highway Patrol examination.
• Incumbents in this class must present and maintain a satisfactory driving record which insures maintenance of liability insurance coverage.

• Environment:
  School bus environment. Driving a vehicle to conduct work. Constant interruptions.
• Physical Demands:
  Sitting for extended periods of time when operating a transportation vehicle;
  Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching;
  Reaching, pulling and pushing to open bus doors;
  Lifting moderately heavy objects.
• Hazards:
  Traffic hazards. Driving a vehicle during adverse weather conditions.