School Bus Driver (On Call)
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Job summary
Fresno EOC is seeking an on-call School Bus Driver to operate a school bus, transport students and authorized staff to designated locations, and ensure safety according to regulations. The role supports Head Start and school district routes as needed, with additional paratransit or special trips based on demand.
The driver will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintain cleanliness, and follow routes using GPS and dispatch software.
Qualifications
- Must have valid commercial A or B license with Air Brakes, Passenger.
- Six months of driving experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Safely transports students and authorized staff between pick-up and drop-off locations.
- Operates school bus safety equipment and conducts pre-trip/post-trip inspections.
- Maintains a clean vehicle and follows all safety and regulatory requirements.
Skills
Education
Job description
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Substitute On-Call 12 Month Transit Systems, Fresno, CA, US
5 days ago Requisition ID: 2971
None.
Responsible for operating a school bus and transporting school-aged children and other authorized
personnel safely. May be assigned to Head Start routes, Fresno Unified School District (FUSD) routes,
paratransit routes, special trips, or other transportation services based on operational needs and the
employee’s qualifications, licenses, certifications, and training.
Assist in the fulfillment of the Organization’s vision and mission.
Safely transports students and authorized staff between designated pick-up and drop-off locations, including
school routes, Head Start routes, field trips, special events, and other approved destinations.
Supervises, guides, coaches, and assists passengers during loading and unloading and ensures they follow
all applicable passenger-safety and conduct requirements.
Operates all school bus safety equipment properly, including warning lights, stop arms, emergency exits, and
Conducts required post-trip inspections to confirm that no child or passenger remains aboard the vehicle.
Complies with all federal and state laws, regulations, certification requirements, and organization
procedures applicable to the operation of a school bus and the transportation of students.
Provides routine operational support at assigned Head Start sites during non-driving periods. Duties may
include organizing or preparing program areas, restocking supplies, moving or arranging toys and
equipment, light cleaning, and other site-support activities as assigned.
Safely operates assigned organization vehicles to transport passengers and staff between designated pickup
and drop-off locations, including regular routes, field trips, special events, and other approved
destinations.
Performs assigned school bus, para-transit, relief, standby, or other transportation duties based on
operational needs and applicable licensing and qualification requirements.
When not assigned to an active route or trip, remains available in a standby or relief capacity and performs
other transportation or operational duties as directed.
Ensures all passengers are properly seated and secured before operating the vehicle.
Safely operates wheelchair lifts and other accessibility equipment when loading and unloading passengers.
Ensures wheelchairs, mobility devices, and related equipment are properly secured before the vehicle is
moved.
Conducts required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the assigned vehicle in accordance with federal and
state requirements and organization procedures.
Inspects brakes, lights, horn, emergency equipment, doors, wheelchair lifts, and other vehicle systems to
ensure the vehicle can be operated safely.
Completes and submits required vehicle inspection, condition, mileage, trip, and other operational reports
accurately and timely.
Immediately reports mechanical problems, safety concerns, vehicle damage, accidents, incidents, or needed
Collects and reports required information following an accident or incident.
Maintains the cleanliness and general condition of the assigned vehicle to support safe operation and
Maintains a safe and orderly environment aboard the vehicle by enforcing passenger conduct requirements
and responding appropriately to emergencies.
Operates assigned vehicles safely in varying traffic, weather, road, and terrain conditions.
Uses two-way radios, tablets, GPS, dispatch software, and other assigned communication or navigation
equipment.
Reads, interprets, and follows maps, route manifests, schedules, written directions, and electronic
navigation instructions.
Maintains professional and cooperative relationships with passengers, students, parents, caregivers, schoolsite
personnel, activity-center staff, members of the public, and organization employees.
Uses approved cleaning products, supplies, hand tools, equipment, and safety devices in accordance with
applicable instructions and training.
Attends required training, safety meetings, first-aid instruction, and other mandatory meetings.
Travels for work-related business using a personal or organization vehicle.
Travels for work related business using personal/organization vehicle.
Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
Works evenings and weekends as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
To execute this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High school diploma or GED.
Must have previous experience driving with a commercial A or B license with Air Brakes, Passenger
Six months of experience is preferred.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Possess and maintain a valid commercial A or B license with Air Brakes, Passenger (P)/School Bus
CPR and First Aid training required within six months of hire.
Ability to operate a tablet or other mobile device and use GPS navigation, dispatch software, and related
applications required to perform assigned duties.
Pass required drug and alcohol testing prior to employment; will be subject to continual urine and breath
testing throughout employment.
Pass required background investigation including medical examination and TB clearance, acceptable
criminal record statement, Department of Justice fingerprint clearance, and child abuse index clearance.
Maintain a valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance in compliance with
state law, and meet the organization’s insurance requirements for operating organization vehicles.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to
handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands
and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must
regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift
and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance
vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters
while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are
not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Also, they do not establish a contract
for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Fresno EOC.
None.
Responsible for operating a school bus and transporting school-aged children and other authorized
personnel safely. May be assigned to Head Start routes, Fresno Unified School District (FUSD) routes,
paratransit routes, special trips, or other transportation services based on operational needs and the
employee’s qualifications, licenses, certifications, and training.
Assist in the fulfillment of the Organization’s vision and mission.
Safely transports students and authorized staff between designated pick-up and drop-off locations, including
school routes, Head Start routes, field trips, special events, and other approved destinations.
Supervises, guides, coaches, and assists passengers during loading and unloading and ensures they follow
all applicable passenger-safety and conduct requirements.
Operates all school bus safety equipment properly, including warning lights, stop arms, emergency exits, and
Conducts required post-trip inspections to confirm that no child or passenger remains aboard the vehicle.
Complies with all federal and state laws, regulations, certification requirements, and organization
procedures applicable to the operation of a school bus and the transportation of students.
Provides routine operational support at assigned Head Start sites during non-driving periods. Duties may
include organizing or preparing program areas, restocking supplies, moving or arranging toys and
equipment, light cleaning, and other site-support activities as assigned.
Safely operates assigned organization vehicles to transport passengers and staff between designated pickup
and drop-off locations, including regular routes, field trips, special events, and other approved
destinations.
Performs assigned school bus, para-transit, relief, standby, or other transportation duties based on
operational needs and applicable licensing and qualification requirements.
When not assigned to an active route or trip, remains available in a standby or relief capacity and performs
other transportation or operational duties as directed.
Ensures all passengers are properly seated and secured before operating the vehicle.
Safely operates wheelchair lifts and other accessibility equipment when loading and unloading passengers.
Ensures wheelchairs, mobility devices, and related equipment are properly secured before the vehicle is
moved.
Conducts required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the assigned vehicle in accordance with federal and
state requirements and organization procedures.
Inspects brakes, lights, horn, emergency equipment, doors, wheelchair lifts, and other vehicle systems to
ensure the vehicle can be operated safely.
Completes and submits required vehicle inspection, condition, mileage, trip, and other operational reports
accurately and timely.
Immediately reports mechanical problems, safety concerns, vehicle damage, accidents, incidents, or needed
Collects and reports required information following an accident or incident.
Maintains the cleanliness and general condition of the assigned vehicle to support safe operation and
Maintains a safe and orderly environment aboard the vehicle by enforcing passenger conduct requirements
and responding appropriately to emergencies.
Operates assigned vehicles safely in varying traffic, weather, road, and terrain conditions.
Uses two-way radios, tablets, GPS, dispatch software, and other assigned communication or navigation
equipment.
Reads, interprets, and follows maps, route manifests, schedules, written directions, and electronic
navigation instructions.
Maintains professional and cooperative relationships with passengers, students, parents, caregivers, schoolsite
personnel, activity-center staff, members of the public, and organization employees.
Uses approved cleaning products, supplies, hand tools, equipment, and safety devices in accordance with
applicable instructions and training.
Attends required training, safety meetings, first-aid instruction, and other mandatory meetings.
Travels for work-related business using a personal or organization vehicle.
Travels for work related business using personal/organization vehicle.
Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
Works evenings and weekends as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
To execute this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High school diploma or GED.
Must have previous experience driving with a commercial A or B license with Air Brakes, Passenger
Six months of experience is preferred.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Possess and maintain a valid commercial A or B license with Air Brakes, Passenger (P)/School Bus
CPR and First Aid training required within six months of hire.
Ability to operate a tablet or other mobile device and use GPS navigation, dispatch software, and related
applications required to perform assigned duties.
Pass required drug and alcohol testing prior to employment; will be subject to continual urine and breath
testing throughout employment.
Pass required background investigation including medical examination and TB clearance, acceptable
criminal record statement, Department of Justice fingerprint clearance, and child abuse index clearance.
Maintain a valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance in compliance with
state law, and meet the organization’s insurance requirements for operating organization vehicles.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to
handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands
and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must
regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift
and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance
vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters
while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are
not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Also, they do not establish a contract
for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Fresno EOC.
Transportation services operate Monday through Friday. The current need is primarily Mondays and Wednesdays, with additional weekday assignments possible based on operational needs. When scheduled, drivers will generally work between 4 and 6 hours per day, which may include morning and afternoon split shifts. Workdays and hours may vary, and a minimum number of weekly hours is not guaranteed.
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