School Bus Driver at Apple Valley Unified School District (2024)

APPLE VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

CLASS TITLE: SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

BASIC FUNCTION

Under direction of an assigned supervisor, operate a variety of school buses over designated routes to transport students, including students with special needs, to and from school and school-related activities; prepare and maintain records and reports related to bus operation and student behavior as appropriate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Incumbents in the classification may not perform all of these tasks or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.

• Operate a variety of school buses over designated routes to transport students to and from school and school-related activities. (E1)
• Maintain discipline and safety on the bus. (E1)
• Maintain vehicle operation records such as number of passengers carried, miles traveled and fuel used. (E1)
• Transport community groups for trips and special events. (E2)
• Inspect vehicles for safety and report defects and need for repairs. (E2)
• Prepare reports related to bus operation and student behavior and distribute as appropriate; maintain cleanliness of assigned vehicle. (E3)
• Communicate with school staff and parents regarding student behavior.
• Assist students on and off the bus as necessary.
• Report emergencies by radio and administer first aid as needed.
• Transport sick or injured students home when other school personnel are not available.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A. Graduation from High School or equivalent.

B. One year (1) experience in the operation of a school bus or other large motor vehicle preferred.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• A certificate stating freedom from Tuberculosis.
• Valid First Aid Certification or CHP Equivalent
• Valid CPR Certification or CHP Equivalent
• A valid California Class B Driver’s License.
• School Bus Drivers’ Certificate issued by the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
• Current DL51 Medical Card issued by a licensed Physcian or Occupational Specialist.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Safe school bus driving practices and techniques.
• California Motor Vehicle Code and Education Code Applicable to the operation of school buses.
• Effective communication skills.

ABILITY TO:

• Train students how to ride a bus safely.
• Operate a variety of District school buses, including vans, safely and efficiently.
• Maintain order of passengers.
• Operate prescribed bus route.
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Perform prescribed safety checks.
• First aid procedures.
• Maintain vehicle records.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Maintain effective working relationships with other people.
• Remain calm in a variety of situations.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Sitting or bending at the waist.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Seeing to read and compose written materials.
• Operating a school bus for extended periods of time.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
• Lift or move up to 50 pounds.

ENVIRONMENT:

• Transportation area and/or school bus operation environment.
• Subject to demanding time lines and constant interruptions.
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather and loud noise conditions.
• Uses a vehicle and occasionally works evenings or weekends.

HAZARDS:

• Exposure to diesel and exhaust fumes.
• Sitting for an extended period of time.
• Exposure to abusive or uncooperative individuals.

• Certification (School Bus Driver certificate issued by CHP/DMV)
• CPR/First Aid Certification (NO ONLINE COURSES; NO BLS CARDS; MUST INCLUDE PEDIATRIC TRAINING)
• DMV Printout (DMV K-4/H-6 printout(no older than 30 days))
• Health (FMCSA - Medical Certificate issued by a health care provider)

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AS EVERYTHING BELOW IS REQUIRED TO APPLY:Required on Application1. Completed Edjoin Application - ALL Fields Completed - Incomplete applications will be disqualified2. Graduation from High School or Equivalent3. Contact information for three (3) Professional References: current/former supervisors/coworkers (MUST be provided on application in Professional References section) - please include email addressesRequired to be Uploaded in Attachments1. Current K-4 DMV printout (no older than 30 days) / must possess Valid Class B license (see link provided under "Apply" button for DMV website)2. Valid ADULT/PEDIATRIC First Aid and CPR Certification required: NO online courses; NO BLS (basic life support) cards, MUST include Pediatric (Child) training* OR CHP Equivalent*can upload proof of registration in an upcoming, in-person CPR/First Aid class in lieu of card3. School Bus Drivers' Certificate issued by the DMV 4. Current Health Card (FMCSA-Medical Certificate issued by a Health Care provider)Preferred Qualifications1. Resumes encouraged but not required2. One year (1) experience in the operation of a school bus or other large motor vehicle preferred.REQUIRED UPON HIRE1. Certificate stating freedom from tuberculosis2. Current Class B License3. Copy of current T-01 training card

Applicants encouraged to read attached job descriptions.All required documentation MUST be submitted and attached to the application in order to be considered and to move forward in the hiring process. ***Failure to attach ALL documentation required will result in disqualification.***Candidates selected for appointment are required to be fingerprinted at the employee’s expense and must receive DOJ and FBI clearance before beginning work. Employees must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of the position without hazard to themselves or others.

• Certification (School Bus Driver certificate issued by CHP/DMV)
• CPR/First Aid Certification (NO ONLINE COURSES; NO BLS CARDS; MUST INCLUDE PEDIATRIC TRAINING)
• DMV Printout (DMV K-4/H-6 printout(no older than 30 days))
• Health (FMCSA - Medical Certificate issued by a health care provider)