School Bus Driver: Safe, On-Time Student Transit

VALLEJO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Human Resources

665 Walnut Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94592

JOB DESCRIPTION

Bus Driver

Title: Bus Driver Reports To: Director of Operations or Designee

Department: Transportation Work Year: 183 Days

Classification: Classified Salary: See Classified (CSEA) Salary Schedule

Date Approved: March 2020

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

The Bus Driver, under the supervision of the Director of Operations or Designee, operates all types and sizes of school buses over designated or assigned routes to transport designated persons.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Drive a bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students at designated stops. E
• Oversees the loading and unloading of students, releasing students to authorized individuals, assures that all safety precautions are followed. E
• Escorts and assists pupils across the street when necessary. E
• Transport students and teachers on field trips and athletic contests. E
• Assures maintenance of the bus and other motor equipment is in a clean and safe operating condition in accordance with current State Regulations. E
• Maintain good order and proper discipline among students on buses in accordance to district and department policies. E
• Operates a special bus ramp; loads and unloads students in wheel chairs on and off bus; verifies operational safety of wheelchairs (including safety belts, tires and brakes), permits only properly functioning wheelchairs on bus, and secures the wheelchair(s). E Conducts safety and operation inspection of assigned vehicle, daily. E
• Maintains a variety of records as required including the daily bus reports, mileage, routing, maintenance, etc. E
• Attends professional development opportunities to maintain appropriate licensing, and develop skills necessary to meet student needs. E
• Conduct school bus emergency procedures and passenger safety training as per California State Education Code 39831.5
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

E — Essential functions of the job description.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Completion of high school or equivalent.
• Must have satisfactorily completed a current school bus driver training course.

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid and appropriate California State Driver's license Class B or higher.
• California State School Bus Driver's Certificate
• Valid Medical Examiner's Certificate
• CPR/First Aid Certificate
• Safe driving record for three years
• All applicable fees will be reimbursed by the District.

BACKGROUND CHECK:

Fingerprinting. No school bus certificate can be issued if you have a misdemeanor conviction 3 years prior to the application date, or a felony conviction 7 years prior to the application date.

Within the preceding 3 years, has had his or her driving privilege suspended, revoked or on probation for any reason involving safe operation of a motor vehicle.

• Has been convicted of any sex offense as defined in Section 44040 of the California Education Code.
• Has been convicted within the 2 years preceding the application date, of any offense specified in Section 1 1361.5 of the Health and Safety Code.
• Has failed to meet prescribed testing or training requirements.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Knowledge of, and demonstrated skill in, safe driving practices
• Provision of the California Motor Vehicle Code and sections of the California Education Code applicable to the operation of school buses, and basic knowledge of operation and construction of school buses in relation to mechanical safety of vehicles

ABILITIY to:

• Operate a school bus on daily schedule without suffering mental or physical impairment
• Establish and maintain proper conduct and safety of passengers riding the bus
• Make on-the-spot decisions regarding problems affecting immediate operation
• Follow oral or written instructions
• Work cooperatively with others

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:

Frequency Key; None (1) Occasional - up to 25% of shift (2);Intermittently - up to 50% of shift (3); Frequently — up to 75% of shift (4)

Activity Frequency

Bend 3

Lift/carry 0-10 lbs 2

Twist 3

Lift/carry 11-25 lbs 2

Squat 2

Lift/carry 26-40 lbs 1

Kneel 2

Lift/carry 41-100 lbs 1

Climb 2

Stand 2

Reach above shoulder 3

Walk 2

Grip/Grasp 4

Sit 4

Extend/Flex Neck 4

Drive 4

Use Right Hand 4

Perform Repetitive Hand Motions 3

Use Left Hand 4

Keyboarding/Mouse Work 1

Ability to See 4

Ability to Hear 4

Both initial and random drug and alcohol testing are required for this position. Driver must maintain negative drug and alcohol test results.

THE VALLEJO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and in compliance with federal and state laws, prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, religion creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, parental, family, or marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex (sexual harassment), or sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.