Full-Time School Bus Driver – Internal Candidate

Coachella Valley Unified School District

Thermal (CA)

On-site

USD 33,000 - 50,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

CPR/First Aid Certification
Certificate Copy (Medical Examiner's)
Driver's License Copy (CA Class B)
Bus Driver Certificate
Proof of HS Graduation
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Job summary

Coachella Valley Unified School District is seeking a District Employees ONLY Bus Driver to transport students to and from school. This is an in-house vacancy for current district employees with the required CA Class B license, passenger endorsement, and School Bus Driver Certificate. The role includes a structured work year of 182 days and an eight-hour day, split shift.

Applications close 11/2/2026. The ideal candidate will hold a valid medical examiner's certificate, First Aid, Air Brake

Qualifications

  • Three years of experience as a licensed motor vehicle operator in an educational setting.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid CA Class B Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement.
  • Valid School Bus Driver Certificate.
  • Valid medical examiner's certificate.
  • Current First Aid Certificate acceptable to CA Highway Patrol.
  • Air Brake Endorsement.
  • Knowledge of California Motor Vehicle Code and Education Code for transporting school students.
  • Pass District Test.

Responsibilities

  • Drive a school bus under general supervision to transport students to and from school and activities.
  • Perform related duties as required by the Transportation Department.

Skills

Three years experience
District test pass

Education

High school diploma or equivalent
CA Class B Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement
School Bus Driver Certificate
Medical examiner's certificate
First Aid certificate
Air Brake Endorsement
Knowledge of California Vehicle & Education Codes

Job description

Coachella Valley Unified School District is seeking a District Employees ONLY Bus Driver to transport students to and from school. This is an in-house vacancy for current district employees with the required CA Class B license, passenger endorsement, and School Bus Driver Certificate. The role includes a structured work year of 182 days and an eight-hour day, split shift.

Applications close 11/2/2026. The ideal candidate will hold a valid medical examiner's certificate, First Aid, Air Brake

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