School Bus Driver I

Job Summary
Under the direction of the Transportation Supervisor, operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules; pick up and discharge students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped students as necessary; perform related duties as assigned.
Licenses and other Requirements
Possession of a valid Class A or B California Driver license with Passenger Endorsement and current, Type 1 California School Bus Drivers certificate, medical certificate, first aid certification.
Physical Abilities
Bending, pushing, and lifting objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
After an offer of employment is made, the selected candidate will be required to pass a physical exam before beginning the assignment. Candidates may be subject to drug and alcohol testing as a condition for employment.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules; pick up and discharge students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school; special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary; perform related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities required for this position; one year of experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of: California State Motor Vehicle Code and Education Code applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students; knowledge of safe driving practices.
Ability to: understand and follow verbal and written instructions; maintain routine records; establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, teachers, administrators and the general public; lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
Licenses and other Requirements
Possession of a valid Class A or B California Driver license with Passenger Endorsement and current, unrestricted California School Bus Drivers certificate, medical certificate, first aid certification.
Physical Abilities
Bending, pushing, and lifting objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
After an offer of employment is made, the selected candidate will be required to pass a physical exam before beginning the assignment. Candidates may be subject to drug and alcohol testing as a condition for employment.
Requirements / Qualifications
The following materials must be submitted with application:
CA School Bus Driver certificate
First Aid certificate
T-01 (training certificate)
current H-6 DMV printout - dated within the last 30 days