Bus Driver

School Bus Driver

To transport students to and from school and other sites within designated route(s) and to ensure the safety of the student passengers while in a school vehicle. This job class is responsible for the safe operation of a school bus and for ensuring the safety of student passengers while meeting established bus schedules. Drivers may be assigned to drive wheelchair busses.

Drives a school transportation vehicle within a prescribe route(s) in accordance with time schedules; picking up and discharging students at designated stops May operate a special ramp bus; loads and unloads students in wheelchairs on and off bus, inspecting wheelchair for operational safety; operates ramp; positions and secures wheelchair in bus Transports students and teacher on field trips to various locations; planning necessary route(s) and stops as needed Maintains order an proper discipline of student passengers according to district policy Conduct safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle daily Reports needed mechanical repairs when necessary Services buses with gas, diesel fuel, and oil; checks and when necessary fills tires and batteries Performs periodical safety drills as required by law; completing necessary reports upon request Maintains cleanliness of vehicle to ensure safe operating condition Completes periodic mileage and other reports including passenger counts Attends various meetings regarding safety, first aid and training updates as required Attends driver training programs to maintain current knowledge of California Motor Vehicle Code and the Education Code as it applies to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of school children Operates a two-way radio Washes bus as needed Performs related duties as required

Employment standards Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License Possession of a California School Bus Driver's Certificate Possession of a safe driving record Knowledge of the provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code and the Education Code as applied to the operation of vehicles used in the transport of school children Knowledge of basic first aid practices, procedures, and techniques Knowledge of safe driving practices Ability to read and write at a level necessary to successfully perform the required duties Ability to understand and carry out both oral and written instructions in an independent manner Ability to establish and maintain proper student conduct on school vehicle Ability to drive a school bus safely and efficiently Ability to exercise good judgment and extreme caution while driving Ability to maintain valid certification as school bus driver according to state regulations Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationship with those contacted in the performance of

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