BUS DRIVER

School Bus Driver

Bellflower Unified School District

$26.32 - $31.99 Hourly

Bellflower, CA

Part-Time

Continuous

Open Until Filled

Make a Real Difference in Students' Lives Every Day

Seeking skilled professional drivers for a rewarding career where safety meets community impact.

Three Positions Available: 10 Calendar Months (Aug - Jun) • 5 Hours Per Day

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 - Often the first friendly face students see each morning

Specialized Professional - Requires Class B CDL + California School Bus Driver Certificate

Direct Student Impact - Make a difference in young lives daily

What Makes This Position Unique

Unlike office-based Transportation Specialists or management roles, you're on the front lines with students. You'll combine advanced driving expertise with student supervision - a skilled professional who bridges transportation safety and educational support.

Your Leadership Role

You'll have real responsibility:

• Maintain order and appropriate behavior on your bus
• Provide crucial direction during emergencies
• Serve as 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.

Ready to combine your driving expertise with rewarding community service?

Examples of Duties

Your 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 Qualifications

Minimum 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

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.