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SUBSTITUTE Bus Driver

$49 per hour

Standard Elementary School District

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

Any questions or need additional information regarding this substitute position, please do not hesitate to contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io


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
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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