Substitute/Temporary Bus Driver

Substitute Positions are on-call only.

PLEASE NOTE: If you applied prior to 7/6/17 and are still interested, please apply again. Once you have applied, you will not need to reapply until 7/1/18. Applying more than once does not increase your chances of being contacted. 
Applicants must submit or attach the following to their application in order to be considered:

1) Valid Class A or B, California Commercial Driver License with Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake Endorsements
2) Current DL-51a Medical Examiner's Certificate
3) California Special Driver Certificate designated for School Bus (with no restrictions for Air Brakes and/or Conventional Type-II buses only) issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles,
4) Valid first aid certificate comparable to the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate (if applicable)

Under the direction of the Transportation Manager, drives a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules; picks up, discharges, and provides for the safe and efficient transportation of District students; and performs a variety of duties relative to assigned area of responsibility.

 

The classification of Bus Scheduler/Driver Trainer performs duties in the scheduling and routing of school buses transporting students, serves as backup dispatch support for Transportation Services, conducts classroom and behind-the-wheel training for new bus drivers in accordance with the Instructor's Manual for California School Bus Driver's Training Course, Vehicle Code and District operating procedures, conducts bus driver re-training as necessary, and may perform the duties of a Bus Driver as needed.

 

The classification of Bus Driver drives a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules; picks up, discharges, and provides for the safe and efficient transportation of District students; and performs regular safety inspections and basic preventative maintenance on school buses.

 

The classification of Cover Bus Driver/Office Assistant performs routine clerical functions in support of Transportation Services, provides information to the general public, and performs the duties of a Bus Driver as needed and in order to cover for Bus Driver incumbents who may be absent.

·        Receives supervision from the Transportation Manager.

·        Drives school buses over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students;

·        Escorts students across streets and roadways, stopping traffic as required; loads and unloads students in compliance with VC 22112;

·        Monitors two-way radio and receives information regarding road and traffic conditions, changes in route assignments, transfers, or time schedules and maintains communication with dispatcher and other drivers;

·        Performs safety bus inspection of gauges, fluid levels, doors and emergency exists, fire extinguisher, lights, tires and brake systems in accordance with designated safety checklist; ensures bus is in safe operating condition prior to daily operation; reports any bus malfunctions to District mechanic;

·        Maintains order and appropriate behavior among students on buses; follows District policies regarding student control and contact with parents, teachers, administrators, and the public;

·        Maintains proper fluid levels by adding fuel, water, coolant, and oil as needed; cleans exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping floor, wiping upholstery, dusting dashboard, washing the exterior, and cleaning windshields, windows, and headlights;

·        Maintain records and completes necessary paperwork concerning vehicle maintenance and needed repairs, miles driven, number of children transported; prepares student conduct, incident, and accident reports;

·        Adheres to emergency procedures such as accident reporting and equipment malfunctions;

·        Oversees evacuations of students during emergency situations; performs emergency assistance as needed including first aid and evacuating all passengers in the quickest and safest way possible;

·        Transports students, teachers, and other adults on field trips to various locations; reads maps to determine field trip location and plans best travel route; ensures departure and arrival times are met;

·        Drives bus to repair shop as required.

·        Attends scheduled safety meetings; ensures bus operations are conducted in compliance with District safety rules and regulations;

·        Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalency is desirable.

 

Experience: Experience as a school bus driver is desirable.

 

Special: Possession of a valid Class A or B, California Commercial Driver License with Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake Endorsements, a current DL-51a Medical Examiner's Certificate, a California Special Driver Certificate designated for School Bus (with no restrictions for Air Brakes and/or Conventional Type-II buses only) issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles, and if applicable, a valid first aid certificate comparable to the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate.

 

Ability to be insured, and continue to be insurable, by the District's liability insurance carrier.

 

All licenses, certificates, and other requirements listed above are required at the time of employment and must be maintained during the course of employment unless otherwise noted.

 

This classification has been designated as safety-sensitive in accordance with the drug and alcohol testing requirements adopted by the District pursuant to Board Policy.

 

Physical Requirements: Employees in this classification stand, walk, sit for continuously for extended periods of time, lift/carry up to 40 lbs. without assistance or over 40 lbs. with assistance and in emergency situations, use wrists or hands repetitively, use both hands, arms, feet, and legs simultaneously, stoop/bend, reach overhead, push/pull, have dexterity of fingers/hands and muscular coordination, have color vision or the ability to distinguish shades, speak clearly, hear normal voice conversation, and see small details and for long distances.

 

·        Board policies and regulations, Education Code, Department of Motor Vehicle Code and Transportation Department procedures pertaining to the transportation of students;

·        Basic operational characteristics of school buses including lift ramps;

·        Proper procedures for safely securing wheelchairs and safety seats;

·        Policies and procedures governing the reporting of vehicle accidents and incidents;

·        Principles and practices of basic first aid;

·        Methods and techniques of basic vehicle safety and preventive maintenance;

·        Principles and procedures of record keeping;

·        Behavior modification techniques;

·        Principles of good public relations;

·        Safe driving practices as they relate to school transportation.

 

·        Operate school buses in a safe and efficient manner;

·        Operate a variety of equipment such as telephone and two-way radio;

·        Enforce school regulations and maintain order among students on buses;

·        Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition;

·        Provide assistance to students entering and exiting a school bus;

·        Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

·        Observe legal and defensive driving practices;

·        Work effectively within established time schedules and with minimal direction;

·        Provide information and assistance to parents, the general public and other staff members in a helpful, courteous and timely manner;

·        Maintain confidentiality of privileged information obtained in the course of work;

·        Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;

·        Establish and maintain effective working relationships;

·        Read maps and plan travel routes.

·        Appreciates the differences among people;

·        Is punctual and follows through;

·        Easily adapts to situations and changes;

·        Puts safety first for self and others;

·        Stays focused and has good work ethic;

·        Strives to meet customers' needs;

·        Works around obstacles and is self-starting.