School Bus Driver Trainee

We are accepting applications from persons interested in training to become a school bus driver. The classroom portion of training is twelve (12) days. The behind‑the‑wheel training begins after the classroom training is completed and the Class B permit is obtained. WCTA will pay for the necessary pre‑employment physical examination, mandatory pre‑employment drug screening, fingerprinting, DMV testing fees, and CHP testing fees.

• After completion of all necessary background checks, drug testing, DOT physical, and classroom time, School Bus Driver Trainees will be required to report daily for assignments.
• Once the Class B permit is obtained, School Bus Driver Trainees will begin the behind‑the‑wheel portion of training, at which time a minimum of twenty (20) hours of behind‑the‑wheel training must be completed.
• As a new driver trainee, you are guaranteed a minimum of five (5) hours per day.
• Extra work can be assigned to School Bus Driver Trainees by driving Class C Van Routes or as a Transportation Aide if needed.
• The position will have a probationary period of 130 days.