Bus Driver

Job Title: Bus Driver

**Job Summary:** The Bus Driver shall be under the direct supervision of the Coordinator Maintenance/Operations/Transportation/designee and shall adhere to all applicable laws, rules and regulations of the state, county and the school district governing board. This position is responsible for safely transporting students to and from school and on occasional educational or otherwise authorized trips.

**Major Duties and Responsibilities:**

• Promotes and functions in a team environment vital to organization success in support of the District transportation department.
• Drives a school bus safely on predetermined routes in accordance with time schedules, transporting students to and from school and on occasional educational or otherwise authorized trips.
• Escorts children across streets following district, state and federal procedures.
• Conducts required established safety and operational inspection of assigned bus(ses) daily.
• Maintains order and proper discipline of students/passengers; resolves disputes; documents and reports severe disciplinary cases.
• Documents and reports any needed mechanical repairs to assigned bus; cleans interior of bus and washes windshield and other windows; follows established safety procedures.
• Operates a two-way radio to maintain communication to and from Dispatcher's office and notifies Dispatcher of delays or changes that occur in scheduled routes.
• Maintains required records and reports, including, but not limited to, mileage, routing, maintenance, time schedules, time cards, and pre operation inspections check list.
• Assists with other routes when breakdown or other unusual circumstances occur.
• Administers first aid in emergencies.
• Drives a District passenger vehicle occasionally to transport students.
• Performs miscellaneous jobs such as sweeping and cleaning a bus and other grounds/maintenance/ custodial assignments if working outside of actual driving time.
• Maintains confidentiality concerning staff, students and their families.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record.
• Provides input on Individual Education Plans (IEP) for transported Special Ed students as needed. Maintain confidentiality for IEP information.
• Maintains a clean, orderly work station.
• Willingness to update skills and knowledge commensurate with the demands of this position.

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:**

• Able to drive safely on predetermined routes and navigate through heavy traffic.
• Familiarity with all collective bargaining contracts pertinent to this position.
• Ability to read and write English at a level sufficient to successfully perform required duties.
• Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions.
• Ability to operate a two-way radio.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and extreme caution while operating a school bus and to remain calm in emergency situations.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 75 pounds.

**Working Conditions:**

• Light to moderate physical effort for extended periods of time.
• Frequent sitting or standing.
• Occasional exposure to chemicals, gasoline, oil, solvents, insecticides, herbicides, etc.

**Environmental Conditions:**

• Work environment indoors and outdoors.
• Temperature - usually normal climate, occasional adverse weather and conditions.

**Contacts:**

• Daily contact with students, parents, transportation department and District staff.
• Occasional contact with community members and outside agency personnel.

**Employment Standards:**

• Shall have three (3) years' experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.
• Previous bus driving experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 19 Years of Age.
• First Aid Certificate or Equivalent.

**Certifications/Licenses:**

• Valid CA commercial driver's license.
• Proof of High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current H6 DMV printout.
• Current DOT physical.
• California Special Driver Certificate.