School Bus Driver I (Must be an Experienced / Licensed School Bus Driver)

About the role

The School Bus Driver I / II positions are responsible for transporting students safely and efficiently to assigned locations along a designated route. The positions also involve performing regular safety inspections, conducting emergency evacuation drills, and maintaining order and discipline among passengers.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely and efficiently to assigned locations along a designated route.
• Perform regular safety inspections of buses.
• Drive a school bus along a designated route; transport students, faculty and parents on field trips or other events.
• Pick up and discharge students in accordance with time schedules; meet scheduled departure and arrival times as assigned.
• Prepare related logs and reports; observe legal and defensive driving practices; ensure compliance with applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations.
• Maintain order and discipline among passengers on the bus; maintain discipline of students.
• Assess incidents, complaints, accidents and potential emergency situations; resolve and recommend a resolution to the situation; determine appropriate action in emergency situations according to established guidelines.
• Administer first aid to passengers as needed.
• Maintain buses in a clean and safe operating condition; wash, sweep and clean buses; refuel, service and prepare vehicle for operation.
• Attend meetings, classroom and behind the wheel training, safety meetings, in-services, administrative conferences; maintain required skills; meet the certificate requirements of a school bus driver.
• Utilize two-way radios for bus to bus and bus to base communications; notify appropriate personnel of delays or accidents as needed; fuel assigned vehicle including for oil, water, fuel.
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills; ensure efficiency of procedures and complying with mandated requirements.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections to monitor fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition and mirrors; ensure the safe operating condition of the vehicle; comply with mandated guidelines; clean assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior; ensure safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle.
• Prepare documents and reports including incident and accident reports, inspections records, passenger misconduct, mileage logs, student counts, route description updates and maintenance orders; provide written support and convey information.
• Respond to inquiries including to students, parents, other school personnel; provide information and directions; drive a vehicle to conduct work.

Requirements

• Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and successful completion of bus driver training including valid California Class ‘B’ Drivers License with “P” and “S” endorsement.
• Valid California Class "B" Driver’s License with “P” and “S” endorsement.
• California School Bus Driver Certificate.
• Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Fire Extinguisher training.
• First Aid and CPR Certificates.
• Pre-employment Drug Screening.
• Pre-employment Physical Exam.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• TB Clearance.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and successful completion of bus driver training including valid California Class ‘B’ Drivers License with “P” and “S” endorsement.
• Licenses And Other Requirements: Valid California Class "B" Driver’s License with “P” and “S” endorsement. California School Bus Driver Certificate Blood Borne Pathogens.Fire Extinguisher training.First Aid and CPR Certificates.Pre-employment Drug Screening. Pre-employment Physical Exam.Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance. TB Clearance.

Skills

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.Health and safety regulations. Oral and written communication skills.

Ability To: Drive a school bus safely and efficiently.Conduct safety inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance.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.Learn the functionality and tolerance of the dual air braking system.Learn the proper use of the electronically controlled transmissions installed in the fleet.Maintain bus in clean and proper working condition.Administer first aid.Maintain routine records.Understand and follow oral and written directions.Communicate effectively with othersMeet schedules and timelines. Operate a two-way radio.

Benefits

A fully paid District provided medical plan is provided for each full-time classified employee. A less than full-time employee working at least four (4) hours or more a day may enroll District provided plans at a prorated rate.

Pay

• School Bus Driver I - $21.36 - $25.99 per hour
• School Bus Driver II - $22.44 - $27.28 per hour

Schedule

Hours are typically 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with some evening and weekend work as needed.

Application Process

To view the job descriptions, visit our website at: www.lusd.org. The application process includes providing detailed information on your application to demonstrate how you meet the employment standards shown below. Please visit the classified website for the job descriptions and application instructions.