Substitute Bus Driver Cadet

Monterey County Office of Education; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Monterey County Office of Education seeks a Substitute Bus Driver Cadet to join their training program. This role involves learning to operate a school bus, performing inspections, and completing maintenance tasks. Candidates must hold specific California licenses and certificates, and experience with Special Education students is desirable.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education equivalent to a high school diploma and training equal to three years.
• Valid California Class C Driver’s License and DMV driving record.
• Valid Class B-PS California Operator’s License.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a training program to qualify for a School Bus Driver’s Certificate.
• Perform daily and weekly inspections of bus or other transportation equipment.
• Learn to operate a school bus or other passenger vehicle.

Skills

Ability to operate a school bus

Vehicle maintenance

First Aid

CPR

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join to apply for the Substitute Bus Driver Cadet role at Monterey County Office of Education

Application Deadline: 6/30/2025 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted: 1/17/2025

Contact: Melissa Luna-Hinds

Number of Openings: 6

Salary: $22.61 Per Hour

Employment Type: Part 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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Any combination of education equivalent to a high school diploma and training equal to three (3) years which has provided the applicant with the required knowledge and abilities to successfully perform job duties.

Additional requirements include:

• A valid California Class C Driver’s License and DMV driving record with no more than 3 points
• 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 Certificates
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol tests

Required documents:

• Letter of Introduction
• Proof of HS Graduation
• Resume

Comments and Other Information

Desirable Qualifications: Experience working with Special Education students. All foreign transcripts must be evaluated by a third party, and the Foreign Transcript Evaluation must be attached to your application.

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Additional Details

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Education Administration Programs