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Transportation Job Duties

Bus DriverTop of Page

The bus driver typically performs the following work:
  • operate a school bus within prescribed route(s) in accordance with time schedules
  • pick up and discharge students at designated stops
  • transport students, teachers, etc. on special trips to various locations
  • may transport special education students
  • escort and assist students on and off the bus and across streets
  • obey and follow all student transportation rules & regulations as outlined by:

               - the District
               - Department of Motor Vehicles
               - California Highway Patrol
  • recognize problems which may interfere with the welfare of students and implement solutions
  • maintain order and proper discipline of student passengers
  • instruct students on safety regulations and policies related to passenger conduct
  • ensure safety of passengers        
  • complete records that will be submitted to the California Energy Commission
  • administer first aid
  • evacuate the vehicle in a safe and timely manner when necessary
  • conduct periodic evacuation drills
  • conduct daily safety and operations inspection of assigned vehicle
  • recognize malfunctions in equipment and report needed mechanical repair
  • perform routine servicing of bus, including fueling, checking oil, water and power steering fluid levels
  • clean bus interior
  • repair seats using a bonding kit for minor repairs and replace seat covers as needed
  • clean the exterior of the bus, including steam cleaning, washing and polishing the bus
  • maintain records and prepare reports
  • maintain student lists and check bus passes
  • attend and participate in staff meetings and in-service activities
  • attend workshops, conferences and classes to increase professional knowledge

Certificates/licenses:
  • Valid California Commercial Driver's License
  • California School Bus Driver's Certificate
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Dept. of Motor Vehicles Medical Examiner's Certificate

Type 2 Bus DriverTop of Page

The type 2 bus driver typically performs the following work:
  • operate a type 2 (not more than 16 passengers)school bus within prescribed route(s)  
  • pick up and discharge students at designated stops
  • transport students, teachers, etc. on special trips to various locations
  • secure seat belts and wheel chair devices and operate wheelchair lifts
  • may transport special education students
  • escort and assist students on and off the bus and across streets
  • obey and follow all student transportation rules & regulations as outlined by:

               - the District
               - Department of Motor Vehicles
               - California Highway Patrol
  • recognize problems which may interfere with the welfare of students and implement solutions
  • maintain order and proper discipline of student passengers
  • instruct students on safety regulations and policies related to passenger conduct
  • ensure safety of passengers        
  • complete records that will be submitted to the California Energy Commission
  • administer first aid
  • evacuate the vehicle in a safe and timely manner when necessary
  • conduct periodic evacuation drills
  • conduct daily safety and operations inspection of assigned vehicle
  • recognize malfunctions in equipment and report needed mechanical repair
  • perform routine servicing of bus, including fueling, checking oil, water and power steering fluid levels
  • clean bus interior
  • repair seats using a bonding kit for minor repairs and replace seat covers as needed
  • clean the exterior of the bus, including steam cleaning, washing and polishing the bus
  • maintain records and prepare reports
  • maintain student lists and check bus passes
  • attend and participate in staff meetings and in-service activities
  • attend workshops, conferences and classes to increase professional knowledge

Certificates/licenses:
  • Valid California Commercial Driver's License
  • California School Bus Driver's Certificate for Type 2 buses
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Dept. of Motor Vehicles Medical Examiner's Certificate

Equipment MechanicTop of Page

The equipment mechanics typically perform the following work:
  • inspect, diagnose, overhaul, adjust and repair gas and diesel-powered buses, trucks, autos, and power equipment
  • perform a prescribed preventative maintenance program on the bus fleet, trucks and autos
  • road test vehicles after work has been completed
  • inspect buses
  • perform electrical work, painting, acetylene and arc welding and minor body repair on motorized equipment
  • perform work in accordance with and maintain equipment as required by the California Highway Patrol and Vehicle Code
  • remain current on all laws pertaining to safe maintenance and repair of school buses
  • patch and install seat covers and other accessories on buses
  • operate a steam cleaner to clean buses, autos and trucks
  • maintain inventory of parts and supplies on hand for the repair of vehicles
  • maintain a variety of records relative to each vehicle
  • maintain and repair shop facilities and equipment

Certificates/licenses:
  • Valid Class "A" Driver's License


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