School Bus Driver

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus along a designated route; pick up and discharge students in accordance with time schedules; observe legal and defensive driving practices; assure compliance with applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations.
• Maintain order and discipline among passengers on the bus and while waiting at bus stops in accordance with policies related to disciplining students; prepare related reports as necessary.
• Determine appropriate action in emergency situations according to established guidelines; administer first aid to passengers as needed.
• Carry out required daily safety inspections of buses; inspect the interior, exterior and engine of buses to assure safe operational condition; report mechanical malfunctions or other problems as required; prepare and maintain related records.
• Maintain buses in a clean and safe operating condition; wash, sweep and clean buses; refuel, service and prepare vehicle for operation.
• Transport students, faculty and parents on field trips or other events; meet scheduled departure and arrival times as assigned; prepare related logs and reports.
• Attend safety meetings and programs as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of: Safe and defensive driving practices. Proper operations of school buses. Applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations. Basic first aid procedures. Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Oral and written communication skills. Ability to: Drive a school bus safely and efficiently. Learn and apply policies and procedures related to student discipline on buses. Maintain a safe discipline level among passengers. Observe legal and defensive driving practices. Learn and follow designated routes. Maintain bus in clean and proper working condition. Conduct safety inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance. Administer first aid. Maintain routine records. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Communicate effectively with others. Meet schedules and time lines.
• Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.
• Licenses and other requirements: Valid unrestricted California driver’s license with appropriate passenger and air brake endorsements. Valid First Aid and CPR certificates issued by an authorized agency.