School Bus Driver

Job Details

Essential functions and basic duties:

• Drive bus following assigned schedule and routes to transport students, parents and/or staff to and from school campuses, activities and field trips in accordance with all applicable federal, state, local regulations and school transportation policies
• Escort children across streets when necessary, stopping traffic as needed
• Instruct children in safety precautions and practices prior to all field trip departures
• Conduct Annual evacuation and safe riding procedures drill
• Maintain order among the passengers on the bus and waiting at the bus stops, following School policies regarding student discipline and interaction with parents and the public
• Perform possible emergency first-aid care and summon aid
• Complete daily safety check of the bus as required by CHP before operation
• Maintain the appearance of school vehicles by ensuring they are kept clean both inside and out
• Maintain Harker Vehicles are in a safe operating condition by checking and adding fuel, DEF and water as needed and reporting mechanical defects immediately
• Ensure the bus is safely and securely stored
• Submits daily reports, preventive maintenance reports and other reports as required
• Participate in safety meetings, driver workshops, and other training as required by law and/or scheduled by the administration or transportation manager
• Maintain convoy when multiple buses are traveling together
• May provide basic orientation to bus driver monitors/trainees who accompany Bus Driver on regular route
• Other duties as needed and assigned by Transportation Manager

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of safe driving practices
• Knowledge of the provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code and the Education Code applicable to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of school children
• Ability to drive a school bus and other automotive equipment safely and efficiently
• Ability to maintain order among students and other passengers while on the bus, or waiting in line
• Ability to use good judgment in the application of laws, policies and rules in situations which arise while operating a school bus
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Ability to work professionally and cooperatively with those contacted in the course of work
• Ability to manage time effectively and adhere to scheduled route and time table
• Knowledge of the San Jose area and assigned travel routes
• maintain simple records
• Ability to wash, clean, fuel, add DEF, and perform safety inspection of bus
• Willingness to work a varied schedule of hours and days as assigned, in order to fulfill the transportation needs of the programs of The Harker School
• The ability to read and use maps to plan best route for field trips
• The ability to take charge and stay calm in stressful and or emergency situations

Qualifications:

• Minimum of twelve months of experience as a school bus driver
• Minimum of 25 years of age (for insurance requirements)

• Possession of a valid CA Class A or B License with P&S endorsements, air brakes
• Valid Special Driver Certificate for type 1 bus, transit, air brakes
• Valid Commercial Drivers Medical Examiners Certificate
• Valid ARC First Aid and CPR certificate
• DMV H6 report within 30 days
• Must have a clean driving record
• Ability to receive fingerprint clearance through DOJ and FBI
• Ability to receive a negative TB (Tuberculosis) test result
• Ability to pass post offer of employment drug and alcohol testing, as required for DOT clearance
• Ability to communicate effectively in English

Physical Abilities:

• Ability to sit in one position while driving for long periods of time
• Ability to use arms and legs, to push, pull, steer and operate controls within bus for long periods of time
• Ability to clearly see / read road signs, traffic signs, vehicle signals and other hazards both in daylight and at night
• Ability to hear, passengers on the bus, emergency sirens / directions and other sounds necessary to safely operate a school bus
• The ability to lift 40 pounds unassisted

Working Conditions:

• May be subject to extremes in temperature and / or weather while performing bus inspections, entering and exiting the bus and while driving
• Exposure to chemicals and / or fumes involved in fueling and performing routine bus cleaning and maintenance

Our Mission:

Our mission is to educate students for success at college and beyond, and to foster kindness, respect and integrity within a safe and nurturing environment. We achieve academic excellence through the development of intellectual curiosity, personal accountability and love of learning. Our comprehensive program and exceptional faculty and staff help students discover, develop and enjoy their unique talents. We honor individuality, embrace diversity, and promote leadership and service, preparing students to take their place as global citizens.