School Bus Driver ; Experienced​/Licensed School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver I / II

Salary:

• School Bus Driver I: $21.36 - $25.99 per hour
• School Bus Driver II: $22.44 - $27.28 per hour

• Drive a school bus along a designated route; transport students, faculty and parents on field trips or other events; pick up and discharge students in accordance with time schedules; meet scheduled departure and arrival times as assigned; prepare related logs and reports; observe legal and defensive driving practices; ensure compliance with applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations.
• Conduct required daily safety inspections of buses; inspect the interior, exterior and engine of buses to ensure safe operational condition; report mechanical malfunctions or other problems as required.
• Maintain order and discipline among passengers on the bus; maintain discipline of students; report observations and incidents including discipline, inappropriate social behavior; communicate effectively with school staff and parents regarding student behavior as needed.
• Assess incidents, complaints, accidents and potential emergency situations including road hazards, medical emergencies, and accidents; resolve and recommend a resolution to the situation; determine appropriate action in emergency situations according to established guidelines; administer first aid to passengers as needed.
• Maintain buses in a clean and safe operating condition; wash, sweep and clean buses; refuel, service and prepare vehicle for operation.
• Attend meetings, classroom and behind the wheel training, safety meetings, in‑services, administrative conferences; maintain required skills; meet the certificate requirements of a school bus driver.
• Utilize two‑way radios for bus to bus and bus to base communications; notify appropriate personnel of delays or accidents as needed; fuel assigned vehicle including for oil, water, fuel; maintain vehicle in a safe operating condition.
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills; ensure efficiency of procedures and complying with mandated requirements.
• Perform pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections to monitor fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition and mirrors; ensure the safe operating condition of the vehicle; comply with mandated guidelines; clean assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior; ensure safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle.
• Prepare documents and reports including incident and accident reports, inspection records, passenger misconduct, mileage logs, student counts, route description updates and maintenance orders; provide written support and convey information.
• Respond to inquiries from students, parents, other school personnel; provide information and directions; drive a vehicle to conduct work.

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and successful completion of bus driver training including valid California Class B Driver’s License with “P” and “S” endorsement.

• Valid California Class B Driver’s License with “P” and “S” endorsement.
• California School Bus Driver Certificate Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Fire Extinguisher training.
• First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Pre‑employment drug screening.
• Pre‑employment physical exam.
• Criminal justice fingerprint/background clearance.
• TB clearance.

• Perform related duties as assigned.