BUS DRIVER (SUBSTITUTE)

THIS POSITION IS OPEN COMPETITIVE TO BOTH INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES

Vacancies: SUBSTITUTE
Hours: Varies
Location: Facilities, Development, and Transportation
Eligibility Lists: One eligibility list will be created from this recruitment.

BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Supervisor of Facilities, Development, and Transportation, operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

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

Pick up and discharge students at established bus stops; stop traffic and escort students across streets and roadways as needed to assure student safety; report incidents which affect the safety of students.

Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors bus interior, check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.

Maintain order and discipline among students on bus following District policies and procedures regarding discipline of students and contact with school officials, parents and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns and disputes.

Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheel chairs; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.

Fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights.

Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports.

Utilize two-way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communication.

Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.

Perform related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above

EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to: one year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.

LICENSES AND OTHER CERTIFICATIONS :

• Possession of a valid and appropriate California School Bus Driver Certificate.
   
• Possession of a valid Class A or B or a commercial driver's license with a Passenger Endorsement and Air Brake Endorsement.
   
• Must be a Type 1 Transit Driver.
   
• Must have a valid H6 DMV print-out and be current on all in-service hours.
   
• Alcohol and drug testing required as a condition of employment.
   
• Maintain insurability by the District's insurance carrier for liability purposes and provide proof of certifications to the Human Resources Development Office.

Application

1 - Complete an ONLINE Bassett USD employment
application by clicking the "Apply" button above.


Examination

2 - Applications will be screened to select the
most qualified candidates.

3 - The examination will consist of:

    a. Written Exam (100% of final score) - To be determined

Visit our Recruitment Calendar for more details.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.