School Bus Driver

Requirements / Qualifications BASIC FUNCTION: Operate a school bus to transport students safely and efficiently to and from school, field trips and special events using a designated route; participate in the routine cleaning and servicing of school buses. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE OF: Safe and defensive driving practices Proper operation of school buses Provisions of the California Vehicle Code and Education Code applicable to the operation of vehicles in transporting students First aid procedures Policies and procedures related to the release of special education students to teachers and parents Basic record-keeping techniques Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. ABILITY TO: Drive a school bus safely and efficiently Maintain bus in clean and proper working condition Conduct safety inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance Maintain safe discipline level among passengers Learn and apply District policies and procedures related to student discipline Observe legal and defensive driving practices Learn and follow designated routes, stops and time schedules Read and interpret maps Administer first aid to ill or injured children Maintain routine records Understand and follow oral and written directions Communicate effectively with others Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: The following MUST be attached to application on or before the deadline: • High School Diploma or equivalent OR Associate's Degree OR Bachelor’s Degree OR Higher Education Degree AND • California Department of Motor Vehicles printout (original) SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS / CERTIFICATES: Valid School Bus Driver Certificate. Valid medical certificate. First Aid certificate. Incumbents in this classification are subject to completing and passing a California Highway Patrol examination. Incumbents in this class must present and maintain a satisfactory driving record which insures maintenance of liability insurance coverage. The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment physical examination. Cost of the exam will be borne by the District. A pre-employment drug test will also be administered. If selected for the position, out-of-district applicants must be T.B. tested and fingerprinted. A practical skills test may be administered at the time of interview. Comments and Other Information EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER NONDISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT We do not discriminate against or tolerate the harassment of employees or job applicants on the basis of their actual or perceived sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, or sexual orientation. Physically or mentally disabled employees or applicants may request reasonable accommodation. Interested candidates may submit their completed application package (including all required documents) electronically through EdJoin. *** Candidates selected for interview will be notified by phone. *** Interested applicants should submit a Lodi Unified School District Classified application (click below).