Bus Driver Trainee at Poway Unified School District

Application Deadline

9/21/2025 4:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted
8/19/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
25
Salary
Pay Range
$21.69 - $27.77 Per Hour
Length of Work Year
9.5 months per year
Employment Type
Part Time
Education and Experience
Graduation from high school (or equivalent) and one year of experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor, operate and maintain a school bus to transport students safely and efficiently to and from assigned locations using designated routes; assure vehicle safety by performing daily safety inspections and cleaning duties.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications Applicants must provide a valid driver's license and K-4 driving record from the DMV not more than 30 days old. The K-4 must be provided after completion of the first day of the Bus Driver Trainee course **A valid driver's license must be attached and submitted with the application** Please be sure to check your email spam folder for any communications from our Transportation department. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school (or equivalent) and one year of experience in the operation of a motor vehicle. After completing the Bus Driver Trainee program, Trainees must attain the following to become licensed Bus Drivers: LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS FOR BUS DRIVER: Valid California Class B or Class A commercial driver's license with passenger and air brake endorsements. Valid California School Bus Driver Certificate. US Department of Transportation Medical Examiner's Certificate. Incumbents must have an acceptable driving record and must qualify for insurability by the District's insurance carrier. Maintain current First Aid Certification (as required to maintain valid and current CA Special Driver's Certificate for School Bus).

This is a safety sensitive position and employees will be subject to Department of Transportation Drug Testing Guidelines. *This video is being provided to give you a clear understanding of the nature of the position of Bus Driver Trainee and its requirements. Please take the time to watch the video.* https://youtu.be/N6ZDNpCPOUI

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications Applicants must provide a valid driver's license and K-4 driving record from the DMV not more than 30 days old. The K-4 must be provided after completion of the first day of the Bus Driver Trainee course **A valid driver's license must be attached and submitted with the application** Please be sure to check your email spam folder for any communications from our Transportation department. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school (or equivalent) and one year of experience in the operation of a motor vehicle. After completing the Bus Driver Trainee program, Trainees must attain the following to become licensed Bus Drivers: LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS FOR BUS DRIVER: Valid California Class B or Class A commercial driver's license with passenger and air brake endorsements. Valid California School Bus Driver Certificate. US Department of Transportation Medical Examiner's Certificate. Incumbents must have an acceptable driving record and must qualify for insurability by the District's insurance carrier. Maintain current First Aid Certification (as required to maintain valid and current CA Special Driver's Certificate for School Bus).

This is a safety sensitive position and employees will be subject to Department of Transportation Drug Testing Guidelines. *This video is being provided to give you a clear understanding of the nature of the position of Bus Driver Trainee and its requirements. Please take the time to watch the video.* https://youtu.be/N6ZDNpCPOUI

Comments and Other Information

*This next video is being provided to give you a clear understanding of the nature of the position of Bus Driver Trainee and its requirements. Please take the time to watch the video.* https://youtu.be/N6ZDNpCPOUI *This posting is for those interested in participating in a training program to become licensed as a School Bus Driver.* The NEXT class is scheduled to start October 6th 2025 *This is a safety sensitive position and employees will be subject to Department of Transportation Drug Testing Guidelines** Upcoming orientations to be announced. PUSD Transportation Department 13626 Twin Peaks Road Poway, CA 92064 https://www.powayusd.com/apps/pages/bus-driver-training

Comments and Other Information


*This next video is being provided to give you a clear understanding of the nature of the position of Bus Driver Trainee and its requirements. Please take the time to watch the video.* https://youtu.be/N6ZDNpCPOUI *This posting is for those interested in participating in a training program to become licensed as a School Bus Driver.* The NEXT class is scheduled to start October 6th 2025 *This is a safety sensitive position and employees will be subject to Department of Transportation Drug Testing Guidelines** Upcoming orientations to be announced. PUSD Transportation Department 13626 Twin Peaks Road Poway, CA 92064 https://www.powayusd.com/apps/pages/bus-driver-training