Bus Driver – Manchester/Point Arena; CRIHB
Job in
Point Arena, Mendocino County, California, 95468, USA
Listing for:
California Rural Indian Health Board
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-09
Job specializations:
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Transportation
Bus Driver
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Bus Driver – Manchester/Point Arena (CRIHB)
Location: Point ArenaBus Driver – Manchester/Point Arena
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs and indicate whether you are claiming Indian Preference. If yes, please attach supporting documentation.
ABOUT US
The California Rural Indian Health Board, Inc. (CRIHB) is committed to the needs and interests that elevate and promote the health status and social conditions of the Indian people of California. CRIHB does this by providing advocacy, shared resources, training, and technical assistance that enhances the delivery of quality comprehensive health-related services.
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
- Modern office setting
- On-the-job training
- Company perks
- Safe work environment
Department of Social Services requires potential applicants to clear the California criminal background check. Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Site Supervisor/Coordinator, the Bus Driver will provide support through classroom and playground supervision and will pick up and deliver Head Start children to and from the Head Start program. The Bus Driver will also assist in providing a safe and sanitary environment for children, and work directly with the parents in planning and meeting the children’s needs.
Incumbent follows safety rules and laws as well as establish internal procedures in accomplishing assignments.
Primary Responsibilities
Attend training conferences/meetings with site staff to keep abreast of current requirements.Ensure that all passengers wear seat belts or are placed in appropriate (age or weight) car seats and belted in.Ensure that any behavioral issues do not compromise the safety of any child on the bus.Perform daily sign on & sign off sheets, accounting by name all children getting on and off the bus.Ensure that each child is delivered to the care of a responsible adult upon leaving bus (on the authorized list).Ensure that no child is ever left unattended while on the bus, following all procedures put in place to prevent a child being left behind.Visually observe the health of each child on the bus.Coordinate the paperwork flow between homes and Head Start sites.Continuous collaboration with site staff, families and transportation manager to design efficient bus routes and mail/message deliveries.Follow approved route to pick and deliver children.Provides training to children and parents on bus safety, pedestrian safety, and transportation safety 3 times a year.Warm up and inspect bus daily (i.e., check brakes, tires, mirrors, seats, emergency doors heaters, defrosters, lights, flashers, and emergency equipment).Responsible for safe pickup and delivery of Head Start children to and from the Head Start program.Schedule California Highway Patrol yearly inspections of the bus.Attend yearly bus transportation trainings and workshops.Monitor and supervise the children’s conduct while on the bus.Assist with field trip transportation and supervision of children.Help children board and exit the bus.Clean interior and exterior of bus.Report maintenance issues to Director for approval of services requested.Contact families directly when bus service will be interrupted.Maintain records and arrange for required tune-ups, preventive maintenance, and necessary repairs.Fueling up the bus on a regular basis.Additional classroom duties as assigned by teacher in conducting the day-to-day site activities.Work with local school district for bus maintenance.Pick up supplies as needed.Assist with teaching assistant and playground duties as needed and assist with classroom clean up.Other duties as assigned.Additional Responsibilities
Maintain a valid, unrestricted California Driver’s license and ability to be insurable under CRIHB’s automobile insurance. If employee has a valid license from another state, he/she must obtain a CA license within 2 months of hiring date.Position requires occasional overnight travel within CRIHB’s service area.Requires ability to drive up to 7 hours a day.CPR/First Aid Certification.Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.Working knowledge of the behaviors and developmental stages of pre-school children, typically gained by working one year or more in a school…
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