School Bus Driver

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Job description

BUS DRIVER Under supervision, drive a school bus and/or drive other District vehicles; operate assigned bus in a clean and safe condition; and perform related duties as required. TYPICAL DUTIES Drive a school bus or District vehicle transporting students and faculty as authorized over a designated route according to an established time schedule; Transport students on field trips, special educational trips, and to athletic events selecting the best routes; Maintain discipline of students while on bus; Clean interior and exterior of bus; Service bus with fuel, oil, and water; Inspect vehicles daily for proper maintenance and safety, such as tire conditions, air brakes, fire extinguisher, First Aid equipment, emergency exit door operation, and all internal and external lights; Complete required inspection reports prior to operation of the vehicle; and Prepare statistical reports on daily student loads, miles, type of trip, date, and standby time. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of California laws and regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of students; Knowledge of safe driving practices; Ability to drive a bus safely and efficiently; Ability to maintain discipline of students while on bus; Ability to administer First Aid/CPR; Ability to keep simple records; and Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of training, education, and experience that demonstrates an ability to perform bus driver duties. A typical qualifying entrance background is completion of a formal classroom and behind-the-wheel training program approved by the California Highway Patrol for the operation of a school bus. Graduation from High School. LICENSE/CERTIFICATE REQUIRED Possession of a valid State of California Class B-P Driver's License; Possession of a valid California Highway Patrol School Bus Driver's Certificate; Possession of a valid First Aid/CPR Certificate; Possession of a valid Medical Certificate; and Before the end of the six-month probationary period, all drivers must hold a California School Bus License with either no restrictions, or an automatic transmission restriction only. Requirements / Qualifications Requirements / Qualifications

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