Bus Driver/Bus Driver Cadet, Transportation Department PC#2040

Monterey County Office of Education; Salinas (CA); Sur place; USD 33 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Spanish language stipend $150/month

Résumé du poste

Monterey County Office Of Education seeks a Bus Driver Cadet in its Transportation Department to train for a School Bus Driver’s Certificate. You will learn to operate a school bus on designated routes, perform inspections, and handle basic maintenance on a schedule-based route.

The role includes a 130-day probationary period to complete the program and earn the certificate, with required licenses and medical/CPR certifications. Prior education equals a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Education/experience commensurate with high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol tests.
• Maintains valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• CDL requirements: Class B-PS and California Operator’s License; DMV record with ≤3 points.

Responsabilités

• Participate in a training program to qualify for a School Bus Driver’s Certificate.
• Operate a school bus or passenger vehicle on designated routes within schedule.
• Perform daily and weekly inspections and basic vehicle maintenance as required.
• Probationary period up to 130 workdays to complete the program and certificate.

Connaissances

Pre-employment physical

DMV driving record <3 points

Medical Certificate

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Class B-PS License

CA Special Driver’s Certificate

Medical Certificate

First Aid & CPR Certificate

Description du poste

Bus Driver/Bus Driver Cadet, Transportation Department PC#2040 at Monterey County Office Of Education

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Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted

11/4/2026

Contact

Nelly Santana

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range

$26.89 - $34.82 Per Hour

Add'l Salary Info

Bus Driver Cadet Salary Range: $24.22-$31.28

Length of Work Year

M-F; 6.5/ Hrs; 183 Days

Employment Type

Full Time

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Manager of Transportation, the Bus Driver Cadet participates in a training program to qualify for a School Bus Driver’s Certificate; learn to operate a school bus or other passenger vehicle over designated routes within an established time schedule; perform daily and weekly inspections of bus or other transportation equipment; perform simple vehicle maintenance as required. A probationary period not to exceed 130 workdays is allowed to complete the program and obtain a School Bus Driver’s Certificate.

Requirements / Qualifications

Bus Driver Requirements: Education and Experience: - Any combination of education equivalent to a high school diploma - Any combination of training and experience which has provided the applicant with the required knowledge and abilities to successfully perform job duties Licenses and Certifications: - A valid Class B-PS (Passenger School Bus) California Operator’s License - California Special Driver’s certificate issued every five (5) years by the California Highway Patrol - A valid Medical Certificate - Maintain valid First Aid and CPR Certificate Bus Driver Cadet Requirements: Education and Experience: - Any combination of education equivalent to a high school diploma - Any combination of education and training equal to three (3) year’s which has provided the applicant with the required knowledge and abilities to successfully perform job duties. Licenses and Certifications: - A valid California Class C Driver’s License and - DMV driving record with no more than 3 points The following must be obtained during the probationary period: - A valid Class B-PS (Passenger School Bus) California Operator’s License - California Special Driver’s School Bus certificate issued by the California Highway Patrol - A valid Medical Certificate - Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate

• Letter of Introduction
• Proof of HS Graduation
• Resume

Requirements / Qualifications

Bus Driver Requirements: Education and Experience: - Any combination of education equivalent to a high school diploma - Any combination of training and experience which has provided the applicant with the required knowledge and abilities to successfully perform job duties Licenses and Certifications: - A valid Class B-PS (Passenger School Bus) California Operator’s License - California Special Driver’s certificate issued every five (5) years by the California Highway Patrol - A valid Medical Certificate - Maintain valid First Aid and CPR Certificate Bus Driver Cadet Requirements: Education and Experience: - Any combination of education equivalent to a high school diploma - Any combination of education and training equal to three (3) year’s which has provided the applicant with the required knowledge and abilities to successfully perform job duties. Licenses and Certifications: - A valid California Class C Driver’s License and - DMV driving record with no more than 3 points The following must be obtained during the probationary period: - A valid Class B-PS (Passenger School Bus) California Operator’s License - California Special Driver’s School Bus certificate issued by the California Highway Patrol - A valid Medical Certificate - Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate

• Letter of Introduction
• Proof of HS Graduation
• Resume

Comments and Other Information

Desirable Qualifications: - Experience working with Special Education students Other Requirements: - Must pass a pre-employment physical - Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test - Random and periodic drug and alcohol testing is required Available Pay Stipends: $150 per month incentive for the skills of reading, writing, and speaking Spanish, as certified by MCOE Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the interview or testing process must notify Human Resources three business days prior to an interview or testing date. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with ADA requirements. All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a CTC-approved agency to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major, and the Foreign Transcript Evaluation must be attached to your application before your application will be considered.

Comments and Other Information

Desirable Qualifications: - Experience working with Special Education students Other Requirements: - Must pass a pre-employment physical - Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test - Random and periodic drug and alcohol testing is required Available Pay Stipends: $150 per month incentive for the skills of reading, writing, and speaking Spanish, as certified by MCOE Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the interview or testing process must notify Human Resources three business days prior to an interview or testing date. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with ADA requirements. All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a CTC-approved agency to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major, and the Foreign Transcript Evaluation must be attached to your application before your application will be considered.

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