Substitute Bus Driver

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Position Type:
Substitute Bus Driver

Date Posted: 8/7/2023

Location:

TVUSD Transportation Department

We are seeking to hire Substitute school bus drivers to safely drive a school bus, van or district vehicle to transport students, district personnel and other persons as assigned on school business.

• Pre- and Post-trip inspection
• Maintain a daily log of bus inspection
• Inspect bus fluids and mechanical functions and report maintenance request to mechanic
• Fuel bus/vehicle as needed
• Maintain a clean vehicle inside and out
• Drive a bus or van to transport passengers on special needs and/or regular route
• May be required to drive special field trips or athletic events
• Transport students in a safe manner
• Instruct students on bus safety, providing guidance and discipline to students as appropriate
• Refer parent complaints or discipline problems to Transportation Coordinator
• Individuals must be able to work split shifts
• May perform other transportation or district related duties as assigned

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating, maintenance and procedure manuals
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to sit for a long period of time, step up and down stairs, kneel and crouch
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and employees

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to attain or currently hold a CDL license with School Bus Driver Endorsement (Training is available)
• Successfully pass mandatory DOT Physical and drug screens (pre-employment)
• Obtain appropriate Fingerprint Clearance
• Complete mandatory CPR and First Aid training
• Safe driving record

Pay is $16.00 per hour while in training. After training starting pay is $19.00 per hour.