School Bus and Van Drivers - Full-Time

Founded in 1909 and affiliated with the Episcopal Church, The Bishop’s School is an independent, all-gender college-preparatory school for approximately 800 students in grades six through twelve. The School is located on a historic campus in the heart of La Jolla, just 10 miles north of downtown San Diego. Last year’s applicant pool drew from 72 zip codes and 168 middle and high schools throughout San Diego County and beyond. The Bishop’s School seeks a Full-Time School Bus and Van Driver with immediate start. Reporting to the Director of Transportation, school van and bus drivers are responsible for providing safe, reliable, and professional transportation for students to and from school, athletic competitions, field trips, and other school-sponsored activities as needed. Schedule hours will vary based on the School’s transportation needs and may include early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, field trips, athletic events, and other school-sponsored activities. Responsibilities Include: Safely transport students to and from school, athletic events, field trips, and other school-sponsored activitiesFollow all federal, state, and local traffic laws, California Highway Patrol regulations, and School transportation policiesEnsure the safety of students during loading, transportation, and unloading, including assisting students as needed when boarding and exiting the busMaintain appropriate student behavior while enforcing School transportation rules and reporting concerns to the Director of TransportationConduct required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicles, including inspections of brakes, tires, lights, fluid levels, steering, suspension, safety equipment, heating and cooling systems, and other components as required by lawImmediately report vehicle issues, safety concerns, or maintenance needs to the Director of TransportationMaintain established transportation schedules and complete assigned routes in a timely mannerReview assigned routes and directions before operating regular routes, field trips, athletic trips, and other special assignmentsRefuel assigned vehicles whenever the fuel level falls below one-half tankRespond appropriately to emergencies, vehicle breakdowns, collisions, or student medical situations, including evacuating students safely when necessary and completing required documentationCommunicate professionally and courteously with students, parents, faculty, staff, and other members of the School communityAttend required safety meetings, training sessions, and certification renewal coursesComplete daily vehicle inspection, maintenance, mileage, and transportation reports accurately and on timeAccurately check students in and maintain daily passenger manifest logsPerform other transportation-related duties as assigned Required Qualifications: High school diploma or GED strongly preferredCalifornia Driver's License requiredValid California Commercial Driver's License (Class B) with School Bus Certificate and Passenger Endorsement requiredValid T-01 School Bus Driver Certificate requiredMinimum of one year of school bus driving experience strongly preferredTwo years of experience working with children preferredMust be at least 21 years of ageBasic proficiency with Google Workspace and the ability to learn transportation, scheduling, and communication systemsSecure communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to complete assigned routes safely and on scheduleClean driving record; No traffic citations or at-fault traffic accidents within past five yearsCurrent Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Certificate requiredAbility to meet and maintain all commercial driver's license medical requirements, including vision and hearing standardsSuccessful completion of the California Highway Patrol written First Aid Test or possession of a current First Aid CardCPR certification requiredAbility to maintain all required School Bus Certification, annual in-service training hours, renewal requirements, and continuing education as required by lawAbility to remain calm and exercise sound judgment during emergenciesAbility to learn and safely operate different assigned routes and transportation assignments Compensation & Benefits: The anticipated base compensation for this position is $28.00–$32.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience. Benefits eligibility is determined based upon FTE. Interested candidates are invited to complete an application using the link provided. Please do not contact the school directly. EEO The Bishop's School is an equal opportunity employer. We are a diverse community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the San Diego area and the United States at large. We aim to align our hiring process with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. The Bishop's School takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance all qualified candidates. Powered by JazzHR O6hIoKQtjS