Bus Driver - POOL

Chino Valley Unified School District; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated school bus driver to ensure the safe transportation of students. In this vital role, you will operate a school bus over designated routes, adhering to safety protocols and schedules. Your responsibilities will include conducting daily safety inspections, managing student behavior, and maintaining a clean vehicle. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on students' daily lives while working in a supportive environment. If you have a passion for safety and community service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• One year of experience in operating a school bus or heavy vehicle.
• Knowledge of California Motor Vehicle Code and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely to and from school and events.
• Perform daily safety inspections and maintain bus cleanliness.

Skills

Safe and defensive driving practices

Basic First Aid

Student behavior management

Bus safety inspections

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

School bus

Automotive equipment

Job description

DEFINITION
Under general supervision, operates a school bus over designated routes within established time schedules; transports students to and from school and on special event trips; performs daily and weekly safety inspections; submits daily reports, and performs related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Positions in this class are characterized by the responsibility to safely and efficiently drive a school bus over designated routes for the purpose of transporting school children and to perform specific manual and recordkeeping tasks relating to the operation of a school bus.

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP
Classified (Transportation)

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Drive a school bus or transportation vehicle over assigned routes in accordance with an established time schedule; transports students to and from school; loads and unloads students safely at designated stops and on all trips; stops traffic and escorts students across streets, when necessary. (E)
2. Knowledge of loading and unloading wheelchairs. (E)
3. Transports students and teachers on field trips to various locations, choosing the best route and adhering to scheduled departure and arrival times. (E)
4. Adheres to District policies and procedures regarding student discipline procedures and public contact with parents and community members. (E)
5. Performs daily and weekly safety inspections, reporting on general condition of bus, including problems or equipment malfunctions; washes, sweeps, mops, and polishes the school bus. (E)
6. Prepares daily reports on student loads, mileage, type of trip and standby time. (E)
7. Provides vacation and temporary relief as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of:
? Safe and defensive driving practices;
? Basic First Aid;
? Basic safety requirements of school bus operations; and
? Provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code, the Education Code and Title 13, California Administrative Code, applicable to the transportation of students.

Ability to:
? Drive a school bus and other automotive equipment safely and efficiently;
? Maintain a safe driving record;
? Maintain appropriate student behavior on a school bus;
? Follow oral and written directions;
? Learn the proper methods of bus safety inspections and maintenance;
? Handle situations with tact and diplomacy;
? Establish and maintain effective working relationships; and
? Do daily vehicle inspections electronically.

EDUCATION
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

EXPERIENCE
One year of experience in the operation of a school bus or heavy motor vehicle, or completion of a school bus driver training program.

WORKING CONDITIONS
? School bus driving and training environment;
? Subject to driving in various road and weather conditions; and
? Noise.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES
? Bending at waist;
? Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment;
? Hearing and speaking to exchange information and provide training; and
? Seeing to operate vehicles and to observe trainees.

HAZARDS
? Exposure to driving a school bus during adverse weather and traffic conditions;
? Exposure or contact with bodily fluids; and
? Exhaust fumes.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid Class B with passenger endorsement, California motor vehicle operator’s license; possession of a valid school bus driver certificate issued by the California highway patrol; valid standard first aid certificate or pass exam given by California highway patrol. subject to random drug testing. must be enrolled in FMCSA drug and alcohol clearing house. airbrake endorsement required within six months of employment. Incumbents are required to pass a department of transportation biannual physical examination upon acceptance of District’s offer of employment. New hires may be required to complete a baseline physical examination and complete a drug and alcohol pre-employment screening.

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to be insured, and continue to be insurable by the District’s liability insurance carrier.

Board Approved: 04/10/1970
Revised: 05/20/2022