School Bus Driver jobs in Santa Clara, CA

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate a school shuttle bus/van daily over designated routes in accordance with time schedules.
• Make safety a priority at all times, perform Pre/Post trip inspections required and assist in maintaining the bus in safe operating condition.
• Check weather conditions and road reports prior to departure
• Pick up and discharge school children and/or school employees safely according to transportation rules
• Transport students and chaperones on field trips to various locations, following the scheduled route, using best judgment in making necessary detours to achieve departure and arrival times as scheduled.
• Maintain clean exterior and interior of the bus(es). It is important to keep a record of mileage, fuel usage, and oil changes, as well as report any driving hazards or incidents. Adhere to the provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code and the Education Code applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting school children.
• Understand and apply first aid practices as necessary
• Notify the Transporation Director and/or school contact(s) of emergency situations, delays, equipment failures or maintenance issues to be remedied
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills Set

• Be alert, focused and detail-oriented
• Possess an innate sense of direction
• Practice safe driving at all times
• Be proficient using GPS and other routing systems,
• Be comfortable with two-way hands-free radios and electronic logs
• Be a self-starter who works well independently
• Be disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
• Possess a high level of composure
• Have the ability to deal effectively with students
• Understand and practice transportation safety
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Operate a school bus exercising good judgment and extreme caution
• Maintain order among students on the school bus. Communicate student behavioral issues to the Principal and Director of Transportation.
• Learn a designated bus route, bus stops, and district traffic hazards
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

• Education, Experience & Training:
• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Experience in map reading and route planning
• One year of experience as a school bus driver is required

• Valid California Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class A or B, with Passenger Endorsement.
• Current California Special Driver Certificate, valid for driving school buses.
• Current DMV approved Medical Certificate (renew every 2 years).
• Current approved First Aid card, if applicable (i.e. restriction 6 on Special Driver Certificate) and CPR.
• Background check & TB Screening: Required
• Must maintain a clear driving record.

• Medical (Sutter and Kaiser) [some plans paid at 100% by school]
• Guardian: Dental PPO, VSP
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Basic Term Life and AD&D to $50,000
• Personal Time Off (Staff) – accrue 6 weeks and 2-days per year
• Paid sick leave – hours equivalent to ten (10) calendar days per year
• Paid Holidays - six holidays and 10-days at the end of December
• 403(b) – eligible to enroll and participate immediately
  • 403(b) – Employer match begins after 2 years and 1,000 hours of service per year:
  • 5% years 3 through 10 AND 7% after 10 years
    
    Working Conditions

• Working with children and youth involves extensive physical activity, mental alertness, and enthusiasm.
• Good general health, physical stamina, and emotional stability are essential.
• Ability to hear within normal range and communicate effectively in person or via telephone in a manner that can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population
• Ability to move quickly to address emergency or potentially dangerous situations
• Ability to move about the building and the organization as needed
• Must be able to work outdoors in various types of weather conditions
• On occasion, must lift up to 35 lbs