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Pleasant Valley School District, CA

Bus Driver

Pleasant Valley School District, CA, Camarillo, California, United States, 93012


Salary:

$23.54 - $25.98 Hourly

Location :

Camarillo, CA

Job Type:

IA/SLPA/Bus/FS/Campus Supervision (193 days)

Job Number:

202400035

Department:

Transportation Department

Opening Date:

11/19/2024

Closing Date:

Continuous

Bargaining Unit:

SEIU

Description

Under the direction of the Supervisor of Transportation or an assigned administrator, operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging 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 or intellectually disabled students as necessary.

Examples of Duties

Maintain District standards of excellent customer service and professional behavior in various and sometimes challenging situations.Access and monitor District email daily to receive important updates from school and District administration.Participate in staff development and in-service training programs as assigned.Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation; transport students to and from school, special events and field trips.Pick up and discharge students at established bus stops; escort students across streets; report incidents which affect the safety of students as necessary.Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior and exterior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.Transport students to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheelchairs; assist in the loading and unloading of physically or intellectually disabled students as necessary; perform first aid or emergency assistance as required.Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven, and number of students transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident, and accident reports.Utilize two-way radio for bus to bus and to bus base communication.May be assigned out of class work as prescribed by Merit Rules and RegulationsTypical Qualifications

Any combination equivalent to sufficient education, experience, and/or training to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above. Typically, this would be gained through: High school diploma or its equivalent and one year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle. Successful completion of the Merit examination process is required.

Licenses and other requirements:

Possession of a valid California School Bus Driver Certificate. Class B driver's license with passenger endorsement. Valid First Aid and CPR certificates. Maintain in-service hours and classroom time as required by law.

Supplemental Information

The eligibility list resulting from this open/promotional recruitment may be used to fill current and future regular and substitute vacancies. The following documents must be submitted with your application:

CPR/First Aid CertificateResume (optional)Valid California School Bus Driver CertificateClass B driver's license with passenger endorsementEmployment Selection and Procedure

Applications and all required supporting documents must be received by the final filing date indicated above in order to be considered. Correspondence and notifications will be sent to the email address provided on your application. Applicants are responsible for checking email and responding promptly (within 24 hours).

Open/Promotional Examinations:

Open and Promotional examinations are open to qualified employees and nonemployees alike. All promotional candidates who successfully complete the examination process are placed on a promotional eligibility list. which must be used first in filling the vacancy(ies). If this list contains fewer than 3 ranks, it is then supplemented by names from the open eligibility list.

Examination Information:

Applicants must provide sufficient information regarding their education and work experience in order to determine eligibility.A resume and other supporting documents may be included to supplement your application; however, they

may NOT be submitted in lieu of the application.

The most qualified candidates will be invited to the examination process which will include:

Application Screening: QualifyingPerformance Examination: 100%

The Pleasant Valley School District offers the following for qualifying employees who work a minimum of 878 hours during a fiscal year:

Medical, vision, and dental benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Time Off - sick and vacation granted annuallyProfessional growth opportunitiesCalPERS

01

Do you possess a Class B driver's license with passenger endorsement (must be attached with application)?

YesNo

02

Do you hold a School Bus Special Certificate (provided by CHP)?

YesNo

03

Do you hold a valid First Aid and CPR certificate?

YesNo

Required Question