Bus Driver

Job Summary

Schedule: 7.0 – Split Shift: Monday through Friday from 6:00 am. to 9:30 am.
M, T, TH, & F from 1:30 pm. to 5:00 pm. and Wednesday from 12:30 pm. to 4:00 pm.

Job Description / Essential Elements

WINDSOR UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: BUS DRIVER

DEFINITION:
Under the direct supervision of the Transportation Supervisor, performs the necessary duties to safely operate a school bus over designated routes to transport children.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following are typical duties and responsibilities for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed below.

• Safely and effectively operates a school bus over designated routes as assigned, in accordance with assigned time schedules
• Operates the school bus within the rules and regulations set forth by the District, State, and the California Highway Patrol
• Maintains order among students on the bus and while they are being picked up
• Escorts students across streets when necessary
• Complies with District policies regarding student discipline procedures and contact with parents and other citizens
• Performs daily safety checks according to State regulations and reports immediately any and all safety repair needs to the Transportation Supervisor
• Maintains the bus in a safe and clean operating condition
• Maintains accurate and current daily transportation reports
• Provides simple first-aid to injured or ill students when required
• Transports students, teachers, and parent volunteers on field trips to various locations, choosing the safest and most efficient routes to make schedule and departure times
• Assists with transportation fee procedures
• Performs other related work as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform 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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Safe driving practices
• State laws and regulations regarding the safe operation of school busses

ABILITY TO:
• Learn provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code and the Education Code applicable to the operations of vehicles and the transportations of school children
• Drive a school bus safely and efficiently
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Relate positively to students, staff and the public
• Maintain order among children on a school bus and maintain a cooperative relationship with those contacted in the course of work
• Maintain confidentiality of school related information

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

EXPERIENCE:
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REQUIRED EDUCATION, LICENSES AND EXAMINATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent (This requirement may be waived under exceptional circumstances)
Possession of a valid California Drivers License, Class 1 or Class 2
Possession of a school bus driver’s certificate issued by the California Highway Patrol
Medical Examiner’s Certificate required by California Highway Patrol
Pre-placement physical

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bilingual/Biliterate in English and Spanish

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

WORK POSITION (PERCENTAGE OF TIME):

Standing: Walking: Sitting:

BODY MOVEMENT (FREQUENCY):

None (0) Limited (1) Occasional (2) Frequent (3) Very Frequent (4)

Lifting: Bending: Pushing and/or Pulling:

Reaching Overhead: Kneeling or Squatting:

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS:

None (0) Limited (1) Occasional (2) Frequent (3) Very Frequent (4)

Up to 25 lbs.: Up to 50 lbs.: More than 50 lbs.

Requirements / Qualifications

Fingerprint clearance required. CPR/First Aid are provided by the District.

Training is available. WUSD offers a valuable health and retirement benefits through CalPERS. We guarantee 7 hours a day.

• DMV Printout ((H-6))
• Letter(s) of Recommendation ((Three))
• Resume

Comments and Other Information

We are looking for Bus Drivers and Substitute Bus Drivers as well.