School Bus Driver

Job Description

Job Description

This position comes with a sign-on bonus that pays up to $2,500

This is a benefit-eligible position that includes:
• Up to three weeks of paid vacation
• Five paid sick leave (PSL) days
• Up to seven additional accrued sick days annually
• 14 paid holidays annually, including nine non-working holidays and five working holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Employer-funded 401(a) retirement plan
• Employee-funded 403(b) retirement plan

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

SUMMARY

Responsible for operating a school bus and transporting school-aged children and other authorized

personnel safely. May be assigned to Head Start routes, Fresno Unified School District (FUSD) routes,

paratransit routes, special trips, or other transportation services based on operational needs and the

employee’s qualifications, licenses, certifications, and training.

Assist in the fulfillment of the Organization’s vision and mission.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Safely transports students and authorized staff between designated pick-up and drop-off locations, including

school routes, Head Start routes, field trips, special events, and other approved destinations.

Supervises, guides, coaches, and assists passengers during loading and unloading and ensures they follow

all applicable passenger-safety and conduct requirements.

Operates all school bus safety equipment properly, including warning lights, stop arms, emergency exits, and

passenger doors.

Conducts required post-trip inspections to confirm that no child or passenger remains aboard the vehicle.

Complies with all federal and state laws, regulations, certification requirements, and organization

procedures applicable to the operation of a school bus and the transportation of students.

Provides routine operational support at assigned Head Start sites during non-driving periods. Duties may

include organizing or preparing program areas, restocking supplies, moving or arranging toys and

equipment, light cleaning, and other site-support activities as assigned.

Safely operates assigned organization vehicles to transport passengers and staff between designated pickup

and drop-off locations, including regular routes, field trips, special events, and other approved

destinations.

Performs assigned school bus, para-transit, relief, standby, or other transportation duties based on

operational needs and applicable licensing and qualification requirements.

When not assigned to an active route or trip, remains available in a standby or relief capacity and performs

other transportation or operational duties as directed.

Ensures all passengers are properly seated and secured before operating the vehicle.

Safely operates wheelchair lifts and other accessibility equipment when loading and unloading passengers.

Ensures wheelchairs, mobility devices, and related equipment are properly secured before the vehicle is

moved.

Conducts required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the assigned vehicle in accordance with federal and

state requirements and organization procedures.

Inspects brakes, lights, horn, emergency equipment, doors, wheelchair lifts, and other vehicle systems to

ensure the vehicle can be operated safely.

Completes and submits required vehicle inspection, condition, mileage, trip, and other operational reports

accurately and timely.

Immediately reports mechanical problems, safety concerns, vehicle damage, accidents, incidents, or needed

repairs.

Collects and reports required information following an accident or incident.

Maintains the cleanliness and general condition of the assigned vehicle to support safe operation and

passenger comfort.

Maintains a safe and orderly environment aboard the vehicle by enforcing passenger conduct requirements

and responding appropriately to emergencies.

Operates assigned vehicles safely in varying traffic, weather, road, and terrain conditions.

Uses two-way radios, tablets, GPS, dispatch software, and other assigned communication or navigation

equipment.

Reads, interprets, and follows maps, route manifests, schedules, written directions, and electronic

navigation instructions.

Maintains professional and cooperative relationships with passengers, students, parents, caregivers, schoolsite

personnel, activity-center staff, members of the public, and organization employees.

Uses approved cleaning products, supplies, hand tools, equipment, and safety devices in accordance with

applicable instructions and training.

Attends required training, safety meetings, first-aid instruction, and other mandatory meetings.

Travels for work-related business using a personal or organization vehicle.

Travels for work related business using personal/organization vehicle.

Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.

Works evenings and weekends as required.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To execute this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The

requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE:

Must have previous experience driving with a commercial A or B license with Air Brakes, Passenger

(P)/School Bus Endorsement (S).

Six months of experience is preferred.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Possess and maintain a valid commercial A or B license with Air Brakes, Passenger (P)/School Bus

Endorsement (S).

CPR and First Aid training required within six months of hire.

Ability to operate a tablet or other mobile device and use GPS navigation, dispatch software, and related

applications required to perform assigned duties.

Pass required drug and alcohol testing prior to employment; will be subject to continual urine and breath

testing throughout employment.

Pass required background investigation including medical examination and TB clearance, acceptable

criminal record statement, Department of Justice fingerprint clearance, and child abuse index clearance.

Maintain a valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance in compliance with

state law, and meet the organization’s insurance requirements for operating organization vehicles.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to

handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands

and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must

regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift

and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance

vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters

while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are

not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Also, they do not establish a contract

for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Fresno EOC.

Shift Schedule (split shift)
Monday-Friday
6:00am-10:00am, 1:00pm-4:00pm
(Start and end time may vary, but no more than 1 1/2 hours)