SUBSTITUTE Bus Driver

Position Type:
Maintenance and Operations/Bus Driver

Date Posted:
3/4/2026

Location:
MOT
JOB TITLE : SUBSTITUTE Bus Driver/Maintenance


SITE LOCATION OF POSITION : Maintenance, Operations, and Transportation Department

TERM/HOURS OF POSITION : Hours for this position will vary based on operational needs


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION: Under the direction of the facilities and transportation director, and in association with the lead bus driver, drives a school bus over designated routes for the purpose of transporting students to and from school and/or school related activities; maintains student discipline on the bus; submits daily reports as required; cleans and washes buses; monitors fluids and lubricants on buses; and makes minor repairs. Performs district maintenance and operation duties as designated by supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :


Education:

• Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
• First aid and CPR certification required

License and Certificate Requirements:

• Possession of the required California Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
• Possession of a School Bus Driver's Certificate issued by California Highway Patrol including passing a first aid examination.

SCREENING PROCEDURES: Prospective substitutes are invited to visit our District Office to pick up and complete a physical Substitute Packet at: 1200 N. Chester Ave. Bakersfield, CA 93308

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OTHER COMMENTS: The following documents must be attached to the application:

• Bus driver's certificate and DMV H-6 driving record report.
• Substitutes will be required to successfully complete and pass a post offer Drug and Alcohol testing.
• TB clearance
• Fingerprinting (Fingerprints must be paid for by the applicant. The fee is $49.00, payable in cash only and exact change is required)
• Copy of Driver's License
• Copy of Social Security Card

SALARY: $23.31 Per Hours

FILING DEADLINE : Open until filled