BUS DRIVER

Salary: $26.32 - $31.99 Hourly Location : Bellflower Job Type: Part-Time Job Number: B2526/01 Department: Operations Division: Transportation Opening Date: 07/16/2025 Closing Date: Continuous DescriptionSCHOOL BUS DRIVER (PERMANENT & SUBSTITUTE) STATUS: OPEN UNTIL FILLED Make a Real Difference in Students' Lives Every Day We are seeking skilled professional drivers-and those with the drive to learn-for a rewarding career where safety meets community impact. WE ARE CURRENTLY HIRING FOR MULTIPLE NEEDS: 1. PERMANENT POSITIONS Schedule: 10 Calendar Months (August - June) Hours: 5 Hours Per Day Benefits: Eligible for pro-rated benefits 2. SUBSTITUTE POSITIONS Schedule: On-Call / Flexible coverage for routes and field trips. 3. DISTRICT BUS DRIVER TRAINING CLASS (ASPIRING DRIVERS) Do not possess a Commercial License yet? Apply anyway! We are actively recruiting candidates for our District Bus Driver Training Class. If you meet the general requirements but lack the Class B CDL or California School Bus Driver Certificate, please still submit an application. This will serve as your expression of interest in our upcoming training cohort to help you get qualified. Your Mission Drive state-of-the-art school buses, ensuring students arrive safely and on time. Work under our Transportation Manager's guidance while maintaining the highest safety standards and creating a positive environment for student passengers. Why This Role Matters Be a Safety Guardian: Your expertise protects our most precious cargo. Positive Role Model: You are often the first friendly face students see each morning. Specialized Professional: A role that rewards skill and responsibility. Direct Student Impact: Make a tangible difference in young lives daily. What Makes This Position Unique You are on the front lines with students. You will combine advanced driving expertise with student supervision-a skilled professional who bridges transportation safety and educational support. Your Leadership Role You will have real responsibility and serve as a leader in the field: Maintain order and appropriate behavior on your bus. Provide crucial direction during emergencies. Serve as a calm, authoritative presence during field trips. Exercise professional judgment and quick thinking. Perfect For... Experienced Commercial Drivers who want meaningful work that uses their professional skills while making a positive impact on student success. Future Professionals looking to enter a stable career path through our District Training Class. Ready to combine your driving expertise-or your desire to learn-with rewarding community service? APPLY NOW Examples of DutiesYour Daily Responsibilities -Safe Transportation Operations Navigate designated routes with precision timing Execute legal and defensive driving practices Ensure full compliance with traffic and student transportation regulations -Student Safety & Supervision Maintain positive order and discipline following District policies Monitor safe street crossings and boarding procedures Assist special education students with specialized care protocols Handle emergency situations and administer first aid when needed -Vehicle Maintenance & Safety Conduct thorough daily safety inspections (brakes, lights, doors, mirrors) Maintain clean, safe bus conditions inside and out Monitor fluid levels, tire pressure, and mechanical functions Perform post-trip inspections to ensure no passengers remain aboard -Special Activities & Events Transport students and faculty to field trips, sports events, and activities Load/unload luggage and equipment as needed Meet precise departure and arrival schedules -Communication & Documentation Maintain detailed records, logs, and inspection reports Communicate effectively with parents, District personnel, and students Conduct evacuation drills and safety training with students Use two-way radio and communication technologies What You Bring to the Team -Professional Expertise: Safe and defensive driving mastery Knowledge of traffic laws and student transportation regulations School bus operation expertise First aid and emergency response capabilities -Essential Skills: Student management and discipline techniques Strong interpersonal communication (all ages and abilities) Detail-oriented record-keeping and reporting Ability to follow complex routes and meet tight schedules Patience, tact, and professional courtesy -Technical Abilities: Vehicle maintenance and safety inspection proficiency Two-way radio and communication equipment operation Quick decision-making in emergency situations Physical capability for equipment handling and student assistance Typical QualificationsMinimum Qualifications -Education & Experience High school diploma or equivalent 6 months driving buses or commercial vehicles Preferred: Experience transporting school-aged children Alternative: District-approved training program may substitute for experience -Required Licenses & Certifications Valid California Class B CDL with passenger and air brake endorsements California School Bus Driver Certificate First Aid & CPR certification (must obtain within 6 months of hire) Medical Examiner's Certificate (renewed every 2 years; annually if 65+) Preferred Qualifications Mountain Driver Certification Bilingual English-Spanish ability -Ongoing Requirements Maintain clean, satisfactory driving record Maintain insurability status Keep all certifications current throughout employment Supplemental Information Work Environment Primary: School bus cabin and outdoor locations Weather: All-season driving including adverse conditions Exposure: Vehicle fumes, dust, cleaning chemicals, and maintenance oils Safety: Traffic hazards and emergency response situations Students: Various behavior levels and noise environments Equipment: Ladder work for inspections and maintenance -Physical Demands Sitting: Extended periods while operating vehicles Lifting: Up to 50 lbs (equipment, luggage, supplies) Mobility: Climbing steps/ladders, bending, kneeling, crouching Dexterity: Reaching, pulling, pushing (doors, controls, overhead compartments) Senses: Clear vision for safe driving and student monitoring Communication: Speaking and hearing for passenger interaction and radio use This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy active, varied work environments and direct interaction with students. We offer comprehensive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation, flexible spending accounts, voluntary life insurance, disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week (4 hours per day) are eligible for pro-rated benefits based on hours worked. 01 Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed? Some high school High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED) Associate degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Professional degree Doctorate degree 02 Do you possess a valid California Class B Commercial Driver's License with required endorsements? Yes - Current with passenger and air brake endorsements Yes - Current but missing passenger endorsement Yes - Current but missing air brake endorsement Yes - Current but missing both endorsements No - Do not have a Commercial Driver's License 03 Do you have a California School Bus Driver Certificate? Yes - Current and valid Yes - But it has expired and needs renewal No - But I am willing to obtain it No - I will not obtain this certificate 04 Do you have commercial driving experience? 6 or more months of driving buses/commercial vehicles experience Less than 6 months of driving buses/commercial vehicles experience 05 Do you have First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification? Yes - Current certifications No - But I am willing to obtain them within 6 months if hired No - I will not obtain these certifications 06 Do you have a current Medical Examination Report (DL-51) and Medical Examiner's Certificate? Yes - Current and valid No - But I am willing to obtain before starting work No - I will not obtain this requirement 07 Have you completed a district-approved or recognized training program? Yes - Completed approved training program No - Have not completed approved training 08 If you answered "Yes" above, please provide details about the training program you completed. Include the name of the program, training organization/institution, location, dates completed (month/year), and a brief description of the training content: 09 Do you have any of these additional qualifications? Mountain Driver Certification Experience transporting school-aged children Bilingual ability in English and Spanish 10 Are you interested in enrolling in the District Bus Driver Training Course to obtain the necessary Commercial Driver's License and School Bus Certificate? Yes - I am interested in the training course. No - I already possess the required licenses and certificates. No - I am not interested in the training course at this time. 11 Do you have a driving record that meets the District's insurability standards? (Generally, this means no more than 2 points within the last 3 years, and no DUIs or reckless driving convictions). Yes No I am unsure Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04