Substitute Bus Driver I

Job Details: Job Location: Arbuckle Center - Arbuckle, CA, Salary Range: $25.91 - $31.38Hourly,

Position Description

POSITION: BUS DRIVER I

                      BUS DRIVER II

                      BUS DRIVER III

REPORTS TO: CENTER DIRECTOR

PAY RANGE LEVEL: 13.0

Pay Range Level: 15.0

Pay Range level: 17.0

PROGRAM FUNDS: ☒ HS N/A  ☒ MHS   N/A 

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: NONE                    

SCHEDULE: FULL-TIME

Revision date: 9/22/2021                          

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction and general supervision of the Center Director, has primary responsibility for providing transportation of Head Start and/or Migrant & Seasonal Head Start children in compliance with all laws, regulations, and program policies, procedures and practices. Maintains positive working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and families. Maintains Class B California Driver’s License and attends any and all required trainings. Follows all Head Start Performance Standards, Agency and Program policies and procedures and other applicable Federal and State regulations to successfully accomplish Agency and Program goals and objectives. Adhere to agency confidentiality policy with respect to information and records concerning children, families and staff. Maintains professional and ethical standards in accordance with Agency policy, code of conduct and legal requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Direct Services (100%)

Inspects and maintains busses in safe operational readiness.
Arranges and/or completes transportation of bus to and from repair and maintenance appointments as assigned.
Safely transports children and/or families to and from childcare center and locations designated for Program sponsored activities in accordance with assigned schedule.
Ensures compliance with all safety laws and precautions, seating charts, car seat use, safety equipment, child records, etc.
Maintains a safe and positive environment during transportation.
Participates fully and works cooperatively as a team member; addresses complaints and works to resolve problems effectively and efficiently
Supports the cleanliness of bus
Notifies supervisor of any unsafe vehicle condition or needed maintenance.
Explains procedures to children and conducts emergency drills and monitors first aid kit, monthly.
Maintains current, accurate, organized, written records and reports, as required.
Serves as communication link between families and center staff. Encourage parents to participate in program educational and social activities.

Submits timely reports as assigned.
Provide supervision of children and guidance as needed.
Supports site staff in opening and closing the center as needed.
Other duties as assigned within the scope of position classification.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (Level I):

Must be 21 years of age.
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must hold or have the ability to obtain and maintain a Class B California Driver’s License.
Possession of a valid School Bus Certificate.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (Level II):

Must be 21 years of age.
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must hold and maintain a Class B California Driver’s License and a valid School Bus Certificate for a minimum of 1 year.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (Level III):

Must be 21 years of age.
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must hold and maintain a Class B California Driver’s License and a valid School Bus Certificate for a minimum of 3 years.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Ability to read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals written in English.
Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence in English.
Ability to speak effectively to parents or employees of organization.
Bilingual/biliterate (English/Spanish, English/Hmong or English/Punjabi) and/or other language ability may be required based on program needs.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compare rate, ratio and percent.
Ability to understand and use a variety of computer applications and appropriate software, including spreadsheets, word processing; and workplace electronic technology, including internet access, networking and email.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized or not standardized situation.
Possession of a valid California drivers' license; current personal vehicle insurance or safe driving record sufficient to ensure insurability through Agency policy.
Possession of or ability to obtain Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certification within first sixty 60 days of work; must maintain current status.
Ability to problem solve and be proactive.
State regulations require a physical examination, current tuberculosis test, and verified fingerprint and criminal record clearance before beginning work.
Knowledge of and sensitivity to diversity and understanding the needs of families from different cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Effective organizational and time management skills including ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meeting deadlines.
Ability to work and communicate effectively and professionally with coworkers, parents, children and members of the community.
Ability to travel occasionally within and outside the Head Start service area.
Ability to learn and comply with Head Start Performance Standards, Federal, State and local laws concerning the operation of child care centers.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Requirements by Percentage of the Workday

Environmental Exposure

0-

10%

10-

25%

25-

50%

50-

75%

75-

100%

Hot

x

Humid

x

Cold

x

Wet/Damp

x

Machinery*

x

Risk of burns/chemical exposure

x

Outside elements (sun, rain, etc.)

x

Loud (above normal class level)

x

Indoor environmental elements (smoke, residue, etc.)

x

Lifting weight

0-

10%

10-

25%

25-

50%

50-

75%

75-

100%

Less than 10#

x

10 – 25#

x

25 – 50#

x

50 – 75#

x

75+#

x

Physical

Requirements

0-

10%

10-

25%

25-

50%

50-

75%

75-

100%

Lifting

x

Standing

x

Walking

x

Running

x

Bending/Crouching

x

Kneeling/Crawling

x

This job description is not a contract for employment.  Duties may be changed at the Administration’s discretion.  The employee is expected to do other duties as assigned, which obviously fall within the scope of this job. 

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

I have read and understand the duties and expectations of this position and commit to carrying them out to the best of my ability for as long as I hold this position with E Center.

 
Qualifications: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (Level I):

Must be 21 years of age.
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must hold or have the ability to obtain and maintain a Class B California Driver’s License.
Possession of a valid School Bus Certificate.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (Level II):

Must be 21 years of age.
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must hold and maintain a Class B California Driver’s License and a valid School Bus Certificate for a minimum of 1 year.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (Level III):

Must be 21 years of age.
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must hold and maintain a Class B California Driver’s License and a valid School Bus Certificate for a minimum of 3 years.