School Bus Driver Training Program

San Dieguito Union High School District; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vacation and sick leave

CalPERS retirement

Job summary

San Dieguito Union High School District is offering a PAID training program to become a School Bus Driver. Trainees complete Part 1 classroom instruction at Encinitas, then Part 2 behind-the-wheel training scheduled with instructors.

Upon successful completion and licensing, applicants may fill current vacancies. The program requires a DOT physical, drug screen, CA Driver's Record Report, FMCSA Clearinghouse clearance, and CPR/First Aid certifications.

Qualifications

• Must complete DOT physical and drug screen.
• Provide California Driver's Record Report.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Clearance through FMCSA DOT Clearinghouse required.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction as part of Part 1 training.
• Oversee behind-the-wheel training in Part 2.
• Assist trainees through DMV/CHP licensing steps and related processes.

Education

FMCSA DOT Clearinghouse eligibility

CPR and First Aid Certification

California Driver's Record Report submission

Job description

San Dieguito Union High School District is hiring school bus drivers! If you are looking to become a school bus driver, but don't have the neccesary training or license, we can help. SDUHSD is offering a PAID training program for those who are interested in becoming a school bus driver. The training program includes both classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training.

School Bus Drivers provide a great service to the children of our community. If you are looking for a rewarding career or just part-time work, becoming a school bus driver is a great opportunity.

Part 1:

Classroom instruction,approximately 9 classes, approximately 4 hours in length at our Transportation Department located in Encinitas.

Once part 1 is completed, trainees can work additional hours as a van driver.

Participants who successfully complete this part of the program will advance to the Behind-the-Wheel Training.

Part 2:

Behind-the-Wheel Training, 30 hours individually scheduled based on availability of instructors and participants.

Instructors will guide participants through the required DMV and California Highway Patrol licensing process.

Participants who successfully complete the training and licensing process can apply for current vacancies as a School Bus Driver with the District and may be selected for immediate or future openings.

To qualify to be a trainee, candidates will need to complete a DOT physical and drug screen, provide a California Driver's Record Report, and be cleared through the FMCSA DOT Clearinghouse. Valid Adult CPR and First Aid Certifications are also required.

The hourly rate for this position, including training, is $22.14/hour.The Bus Driver Trainee is a substitute position.

Once hired as a school bus driver, the hourly rate will increase to $23.84/hour and will eligble for benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance programs; generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay; and enrollment in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System.