Position:

Bus Driver 

General Description:

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Maintenance, Operations and Transportation (M.O.T.), assume responsibility for the safe operation of a school bus when transporting students to and from school and school activities. 

Job Goal: 

Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with the specified time schedule and in accordance with the regulations and laws related to pupil transportation; transport students to and from school, special events, and field trips.

Specific Duties:

• Pick up and discharge students at established bus stops; escort children across streets or roadways, stopping traffic as necessary; report incidents or conditions affecting the safety of students as appropriate.
• Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior and exterior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights, wheel chair lifts and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain order and discipline among passengers on the bus and while waiting at bus stops in accordance with district policies related to disciplining students.
• Assist handicapped students to board, sit in and leave the bus safely; assist students in wheelchairs by loading and securing chairs before departure and assuring students are safely fastened into their seats; secure adaptive and assistive devices; utilize wheelchair lifts and tie-downs; operate a hydraulic lift as assigned.
• Communicate with students, parents, district personnel and various outside agencies to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns related to bus routes, schedules, student behavior and assigned activities.
• Maintain routine records related to inspections, maintenance and assigned activities; conduct state mandated school bus evacuations; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports.
• Administer first aid or emergency assistance as needed.
• Attend safety meetings and in-services as assigned.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties including writing citations, filing and other duties as directed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid California driver's license Class A or B
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Special Driver's Certificate

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid American Red Cross First Aid Certificate
• Good driving record with no DUI conviction in the past 10 years
• Ability to obtain and meet all requirements on Application Checklist 

Required Skills:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Understand and implement oral and written instructions.
• Effectively meet and interact with the public, staff, and students in routine situations which require tact, discretion, and courtesy.
• Work independently and make decisions with limited supervision.
• Effectively communicate orally, in person, on the telephone and radio and in writing.

            Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl for extended periods of time; frequently required to climb or balance; ability to lift up to 25 pounds and push or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate tools needed for the job.
• Ability to read and understand labels and directions.
• Ability to communicate so others will be able to understand a normal conversation in person, or on the telephone and radio.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, night/dusk vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. 

Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of his/her job, the employee is frequently exposed to loud noise levels, fumes or airborne particles, noxious odors, vibrations from a driving a bus, and traffic. 

Hours: Working hours vary. 4 hours minimum per school day, and maximum of 16 hours per school day.

Salary:  Range I - Classified Salary Schedule

Days: 181 days per year. Holidays, vacation, sick leave, lunch periods and rest breaks will be provided in accordance with district policy and applicable laws.

 Evaluation: Director of Maintenance, Operations and Transportation

Revised:  2/16/17