Transportation Driver

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Director of Transportation, operates a District van or other vehicle to provide safe and secure transportation of general education students and students with special needs to school, home, and on special trips following designated routes in accordance with time schedules; assists in the loading, unloading, and securing of students; ensures assigned vehicles are clean and in safe operating condition;

and performs a variety of tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

• Drive passenger van or other District vehicle over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; transport students, teachers, and other adults on field trips and to other events/locations as assigned.
• Load and unload students in a safe and appropriate manner; ensure students are properly secured using seatbelts, harnesses, car seats, and wheelchair clamps as appropriate.
• Maintain order and appropriate behavior among students on buses; follow District policies regarding student control and contact with parents, teachers, administrators, and the public.
• Monitor two‑way radio and receive information regarding road and traffic conditions, changes in route assignments, transfers, or time schedules and maintain communication with dispatcher.
• Adhere to emergency procedures such as accident reporting and equipment malfunctions.
• Oversee evacuations of students during emergency situations; perform emergency assistance as needed including first aid and evacuating all passengers in the quickest and safest way possible.
• Assist in the routine maintenance of District vehicles as assigned; ensure vehicles are in safe operating condition prior to daily operation; report any vehicle malfunctions to District mechanic.
• Cleans exterior and interior of District vehicles including picking up debris, vacuuming, wiping upholstery, dusting dashboard, washing the exterior, and cleaning windshields, windows, and headlights.
• Communicate with students, teachers, the Director of Transportation Services, and parents regarding special needs for students, transportation schedules, and other related matters.
• Provide basic medical care and administer first aid to students as authorized and according to established District procedures and policies; contact emergency personnel as necessary.
• Maintain records and complete necessary paperwork concerning vehicle maintenance and needed repairs, miles driven, etc.; prepare student conduct, incident, and accident reports.

• Attend scheduled safety and other related meetings as required.
• May perform clerical duties such as data input and data processing as needed.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalency is desirable.

Experience: Five years of experience in the operation of a motor vehicle with a continuous good driving record. Experience driving a passenger van and working with school‑age children is highly desirable.

Special: Possession of a valid Class A, B, or C California Driver License.

Possession of a valid first aid certificate comparable to the American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate is required during the probationary period.

Ability to be insured, and continue to be insurable, by the District's liability insurance carrier.

All licenses, certificates, and other requirements listed above are required at the time of employment and must be maintained during the course of employment unless otherwise noted.

This classification has been designated as safety‑sensitive in accordance with the drug and alcohol testing requirements adopted by the District pursuant to Board Policy.

• Follow your child's school schedule (non work days for summer, winter, spring break)
• Professional Growth Awards Program
• Up to 16 paid holidays
• Minimum of 6 vacation days
• Monday‑Friday work schedule
• Retirement security – CalPERS pension

Self‑Insured Schools of California (SISC) and Blue Cross (PPO) – Choice of contract or non‑contract physicians. Dependent Coverage:
Spouse and unmarried children to age 19 or to age 25 if full‑time…