Bus Driver

Salary : $22.92 - $30.14 Hourly

Location : Transportation, CA

Job Type : Full-Time Permanent

Job Number : 2024-07-BD-RS

Department : Transportation

Opening Date : 07 / 08 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

Position Information :

This is an Open Competitive recruitment to create an eligibility list for current and future vacancies. Applicants must submit proof of all required documents to be considered for the examination process.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general supervision, operates conventional, Type 1, and Type 2 school buses or a passenger van in the transportation of students over designated routes and on field trips;

washes, sweeps, refuels and performs safety checks and inspections on assigned vehicles; and performs related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the full journey-level class. Incumbents are expected to be proficient in the operation of all classes of vehicles in the District's fleet of Type 1 and Type 2 buses and passenger vans.

Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Operates a school bus, wheel chair bus, or passenger van to transport students to and from home, school or other District sites;
• assists students with exceptional needs in accessing and departing from buses and vans; oversees the loading, seating and unloading of students from buses and vans;

provides escort / safe passage across streets and roadways; maintains order and enforces District rules for student behavior on school buses.

Operates a school bus or van in transporting students, teachers and parents to and from field trips; assists in loading and unloading of instruments and equipment;

maintains security of school buses and vans while attending events and on field trips.

• Performs emergency first aid on students, including CPR when required and in accordance with District policies and procedures.
• Evacuates buses in emergencies, following District rules and procedures; regularly participates in emergency evacuations;

instructs students on bus safety and emergency evacuations.

• Performs required maintenance and safety checks and inspections on assigned vehicles; prepares and submits inspection reports.
• Washes, sweeps, refuels and performs equipment checks on assigned vehicles.
• Recommends route and schedule changes to meet needs; participates in the development of student transportation routes and schedules.
• Prepares and submits daily and trip reports; maintains fuel consumption and mileage records.
• Operates a computer and mobile date terminal to access transportation software and access mandated online employee training.

OTHER DUTIES

• Performs minor maintenance, servicing and repairs to District buses, vans and vehicles.
• Assists in cleaning and maintaining the Transportation Department's offices, classrooms, restrooms and facilities.
• Performs a variety of office and administrative support duties as assigned.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of :

• Safe and defensive driving practices.
• Proper operation of school vans and buses of various sizes.
• Applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations.
• Basic first aid procedures including CPR.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Applicable sections of the State Education Code and other applicable laws.

Ability to :

• Skillfully operate a school bus or passenger van over designated routes.
• Drive wheel chair buses and school buses of various sizes and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain safe discipline among passengers.
• Learn and apply District policies and procedures related to student discipline.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Learn and follow designated routes and time schedules.
• Read and interpret maps.
• Maintain bus or van in clean and proper working condition.
• Demonstrate safe driving record.
• Conduct safety inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Administer first aid to ill or injured children, including CPR.
• Maintain routine records.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Communicate effectively with others.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Education, Training, and Experience :

Successful completion of a school bus driving training program recognized by the California Highway Patrol and California Department of Education.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements :

• A valid California driver's license, class A or class B, with Passenger and School Bus endorsement.
• A valid Special School Bus Driver's Certificate issued by the California Highway Patrol.
• A valid first aid certificate and CPR certificate issued by a provider whose course complies with the standards adopted by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, pursuant to California Civil Code 1714.2 (a).
• A valid Driving Record Form issued through the Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Possession of a valid D-51 Medical Examiner's Certificate.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.

• Maintain vision requirements established for School Bus Drivers by the DMV.
• Bend, twist, stoop, kneel, walk, run, and crawl.
• Perform light to intermediate physical exertion.
• Mechanic shop level noise.
• Lift, carry, push, pull or move objects weighting up to 75 pounds.
• Reach in all directions.
• Interact with the general public.
• Exposure to fumes and vibrations.
• Stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time.
• Drive in various weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures, and poor visibility.
• Work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations.
• Read, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depend, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the selection authority to accommodate the limitation.

Examination Information

Examination Information :

After the evaluation of minimum qualifications, examination parts for this recruitment may include, but are not limited to the following : scored supplemental questionnaire, written exam, performance exam, oral appraisal interview, physical ability test, oral presentation, project assignment, etc.

Applicants must submit a full application. Failure to submit a complete application will result in disqualification from this recruitment.

The Personnel Commission reserves the right to change, alter, cancel, add or modify examination parts, as well as weights and dates.

The District offers eligible employees and their dependents medical insurance coverage with benefits as determined by the MUSD Health and Welfare Benefit Committee.

Vision care, Life insurance and EASE (Employee Assistance Services for Education) benefits are provided at no cost to all bargaining unit employees whose regular assignment is less than 4 hours.

Employees eligible for health and welfare benefits shall be allowed to supplement the District's health and welfare contribution to provide full coverage for all health and welfare benefits.

Questions regarding the definition of "eligible employee" should be directed to the Payroll & Benefits Department who can review your particular employment status and advise accordingly of your eligibility for benefits.

Please click for more information or visit the MUSD Benefits website :

Your responses to the following questions and your other application materials will be evaluated and the candidates that possess the education and experience that most closely parallels the background that is most indicative of successful job performance.

Only the highest ranking candidates will be invited to subsequent examination parts. Although resumes are encouraged, they will not be accepted in lieu of applications.

Applicants who do not submit a complete application, with supporting documentation, will be automatically disqualified. Please read each question carefully and provide thorough and complete, detailed responses.

Review your responses carefully to ensure that you have provided all relevant information. Additionally, because all information provided during the application process is subject to verification, applicants or candidates found to have provided false or misleading information will be disqualified from the remainder of the recruitment process.

Do you understand these instructions?

All required documents must be scanned and attached with the submission of your application. This classification requires : (1) a valid California Driver's License (class A or B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement), (2) a valid Special School Bus Driver's Certificate issued by the California Highway Patrol,(3) A valid first aid and CPR Card issued by an authorized agency,(4) a valid Driving Record Form issued through the Department of Motor Vehicles (K-4), and (5) possession of a valid D-51 Medical Examiner's Certificate.

Your application will be disqualified if you do not attach all of these required documents. Do you understand these instructions?

Do you currently possess a valid Class A or B Driver's License with Passenger and Student Bus endorsement? If yes, please scan and attach proof of your Driver's License to your application.

Disclaimer : Failure to attach proof of this document will result in disqualification of the recruitment process.

The District current fleet requires Air Brake endorsement. An attached driver's license without air brake endorsement is not valid to qualify for this classification.

Is your Driver's License Air Brake endorsed?

Do you currently possess a valid Special School Bus Driver's Certificate issued by the California Highway Patrol? If yes, please scan and attach proof of this document to your application.

Disclaimer : Failure to attach proof of this document will result in disqualification of the recruitment process.

Do you have a valid first aid certificate and CPR card issued by an authorized agency? Card must show proof of completion of both First Aid and CPR courses.

Cards with proof of completion of only one course will not be accepted. Please attach proof of your card to your application.

Failure to do so will result in disqualification from the recruitment process.

Do you currently possess a Driving Record form issued through the California Department of Motor Vehicles? If yes, please scan and attach proof of this document to your application.

Disclaimer : Failure to attach proof of this document will result in disqualification of the recruitment process.

Do you currently possess a valid D-51 Medical Examiner's Certificate? If yes, please scan and attach proof of this document to your application.

Disclaimer : Failure to attach proof of this document will result in disqualification of the recruitment process.

To what extent have you operated a school bus, wheel chair bus, or passenger van to transport students to and from home, school, or other sites?

• I have no experience operating a school bus, wheel chair bus, or passenger van to transport students to and from home, school or other sites.
• I have limited experience operating a school bus, wheel chair bus, or passenger van to transport students to and from home, school or other sites.
• I have moderate experience operating a school bus, wheel chair bus, or passenger van to transport students to and from home, school or other sites.
• I have extensive experience operating a school bus, wheel chair bus, or passenger van to transport students to and from home, school or other sites

Regarding the previous question, was this experience gained in a public school district?

To what extent have you assisted students with exceptional needs in accessing and departing from buses and vans?

• I have no experience assisting students with exceptional needs in accessing and departing from buses and vans.
• I have limited experience assisting students with exceptional needs in accessing and departing from buses and vans.
• I have moderate experience assisting students with exceptional needs in accessing and departing from buses and vans.
• I have extensive experience assisting students with exceptional needs in accessing and departing from buses and vans.

Regarding the previous question, was this experience gained in a public school district?

To what extent have you provided escort / safe passage for students across streets and roadways?

• I have no experience providing escort / safe passage for students across streets and roadways.
• I have limited experience providing escort / safe passage for students across streets and roadways.
• I have moderate experience providing escort / safe passage for students across streets and roadways.
• I have extensive experience providing escort / safe passage for students across streets and roadways.

Regarding the previous question, was this experience gained in a public school district?

To what extent have you maintained order and enforced rules for student behavior on school buses?

• I have no experience maintaining order and enforcing rules for student behavior on school buses.
• I have limited experience maintaining order and enforcing rules for student behavior on school buses.
• I have moderate experience maintaining order and enforcing rules for student behavior on school buses.
• I have extensive experience maintaining order and enforcing rules for student behavior on school buses.

Regarding the previous question, was this experience gained in a public school district?

To what extent have you instructed students on bus safety and emergency evacuations?

• I have no experience instructing students on bus safety and emergency evacuations.
• I have limited experience instructing students on bus safety and emergency evacuations.
• I have moderate experience instructing on bus safety and emergency evacuations.
• I have extensive experience instructing students on bus safety and emergency evacuations.

Regarding the previous question, was this experience gained in a public school district?

To what extent have you performed required maintenance and safety checks and inspections on assigned vehicles?

• I have no experience performing required maintenance and safety checks and inspections on assigned vehicles.
• I have limited experience performing required maintenance and safety checks and inspections on assigned vehicles.
• I have moderate experience performing required maintenance and safety checks and inspections on assigned vehicles.
• I have extensive experience performing required maintenance and safety checks and inspections on assigned vehicles.

Regarding the previous question, was this experience gained in a public school district?

Did you attach all the required documents for the classification to your application? Applicants who fail to attach any of the required documents will be disqualified from the recruitment process.

I affirm with my name below that my responses to the above questions on the attached pages are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

I understand that falsified information, or failure to attach any required document and responses with my Montebello Unified School District Application, will be cause for disqualification.

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