Bus Driver

Oxnard School District; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxnard School District is seeking dedicated and responsible Bus Drivers to join our Transportation Services team. This position is 8.0 hours per day (6:30am-4:00pm Split Shift), with 183 workdays per year, currently testing for an eligibility list to fill vacancies for up to one year.

As a Bus Driver, you'll transport students safely along designated routes, assist with boarding and exiting, and maintain daily vehicle safety inspections.

Qualifications

• Valid California Class A or B CDL with Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake endorsements.
• Current DL-51a Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• California Special Driver Certificate designated for School Bus, without restrictions for Air Brakes and/or Conventional Type-II buses only.
• Valid First Aid Certificate, if applicable.
• Ability to be insured and remain insurable under the District's liability insurance coverage.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely along designated routes and schedules.
• Safely pick up, transport, and drop off students.
• Assist students with boarding, exiting, and crossing roadways.
• Transport students and staff on field trips and other school activities.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Current Vacancy

1 - Bus Driver position for 8.0 hours per day (6:30am-4:00pm Split Shift), 183 workdays per year

Currently testing for an eligibility list at this time which will be used to fill vacancies for up to one year.

Drive with Purpose — Help Students Get There Safely!

Do you enjoy driving, working with children, and making a positive impact in your community? Are you dependable, safety-conscious, and committed to providing excellent service?

Oxnard School District is seeking dedicated and responsible Bus Drivers to join our Transportation Services team!

As a Bus Driver, you'll play an important role in helping students arrive at school safely, on time, and ready to learn. Your professionalism and commitment to safety will make a difference in the lives of students and families every day.

What You'll Do

Transport Students Safely

• Operate a school bus along designated routes and schedules.
• Safely pick up, transport, and drop off students.
• Assist students with boarding, exiting, and crossing roadways.
• Transport students and staff on field trips and other school activities.

Maintain Safety & Student Well-Being

• Conduct daily vehicle safety inspections and report mechanical concerns.
• Maintain appropriate student behavior and a safe, orderly environment.
• Respond to emergencies and follow established safety procedures.
• Communicate professionally with students, families, school staff, and transportation personnel.

Keep Operations Running Smoothly

• Maintain accurate transportation, mileage, and incident records.
• Keep assigned buses clean and in safe operating condition.
• Communicate with dispatch regarding routes, schedules, and road conditions.

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Valid California Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake endorsements.
• Current DL-51a Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• California Special Driver Certificate designated for School Bus, without restrictions for Air Brakes and/or Conventional Type-II buses only.
• Valid First Aid Certificate, if applicable.
• Ability to be insured and remain insurable under the District's liability insurance coverage.

Desirable Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience as a school bus driver.

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.

Failure to attach and submit the documents indicated above will result in your application being considered incomplete and rejected.

This is a Dual certification recruitment: Candidates who attain a passing score on each examination part will be placed in rank order on an eligibility list after promotional credits are added to the composite test scores of promotional candidates. These examinations are open to permanent employees and the public.

Why Join Oxnard School District?

• Make a meaningful difference in students' daily lives.
• Become part of a dedicated transportation team.
• Help provide safe and reliable transportation for our school community.
• Take pride in supporting student attendance and educational success.

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE: The Oxnard School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in any programs or activities based on ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, national origin, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. The following employees are designated to handle questions and complaints:

The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Dr. Scott Carroll, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator/Equity Compliance Officer, 1051 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030, [phone], [e-mail]

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION

Requests for reasonable accommodations for the testing process must be made no less than three (3) days prior to the examination. Requests must be signed by your medical doctor, school psychologist, or learning consultant as appropriate and must be on provider letterhead and contain an actual signature.