PC APPROVED: 2-20-08
VENTURA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
CLASS TITLE: TRANSPORTATION UTILITY WORKER-BUS DRIVER
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, transport students to and from school, on
field trips, and to/from other sites within designated route(s) and to ensure the safety of
student passengers while riding in a school bus. As a relief Bus Driver must drive all types
and sizes of district school buses on conflicting fieldtrips or when substituting for regularly
assigned school bus drivers; inspect, wash, clean, fuel and service District buses and other
vehicles and equipment, repair or replace upholstery, window glass, and tires; assist
mechanics in routine maintenance and mechanical repair work; order and stock parts;
maintain files and inputs data into transportation data management system. Employees in
this classification receive general supervision within a framework of standard policies and
procedures. This job class is responsible for the safe operation of a school bus and for
ensuring the safety of student passengers while meeting established bus schedules. This
job class functions at a journey level of classification.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Drive a school bus along designated routes; pick up and discharge students in accordance
with established time lines; observe legal and defensive driving practices; assure
compliance with applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations.
Maintain order and discipline among passengers on the bus in accordance with District
policies related to disciplining students; report behavior issues to appropriate personnel;
assure student understanding of bus rules; issue citations as needed.
Conduct required daily safety inspections of buses; inspect interior, exterior and engine of
buses to assure safe operational condition; check brakes, lights, doors, mirrors and other
equipment; report mechanical malfunctions or other problems as needed.
Maintain buses in a clean and safe operating condition; clean and wash bus windows,
mirrors, interior and exterior; perform minor repairs on seats and other equipment; check
and maintain appropriate fuel, oil, water and tire compression levels; replenish fluids and
inflate tires as needed.
Meet scheduled departure and arrival times; adjust routes in response to road closures as
necessary; assist students with crossing streets.
Transport students and faculty on field trips, sports events or other special activities to
various locations along designated routes as assigned.
Maintain various records and logs related to inspections, mileage, maintenance and
assigned activities.
Attend and participate in various meetings, in-services and trainings as assigned.
Assist in the routine inspection and servicing of District buses, including checking and
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replenishing water, oil and other fluid levels as needed; inspect and replace motor belts,
hoses, automotive lamps, windshield wipers and other parts as needed.
Replace window glass, headlights and mirrors; replace and secure seats; replace flooring
materials in school buses; perform upholstery repairs and installations and patch seats;
repair or replace ripped or damaged seams.
Maintain and replenish brake, steering, radiator, transmission and other fluid levels as
needed.
Inspect, repair, change and balance tires; replace, wash, fill and charge batteries; tighten or
adjust various parts.
Perform routine safety checks on buses and other vehicles and equipment, report major
problems to appropriate authority.
Wash and clean windshields, buses and other District vehicles and equipment.
Assist mechanics in routine mechanical repair and maintenance work as required.
Maintain and cleans shop tools and equipment and keeps transportation facilities clean,
neat, and orderly; maintain and update vehicle maintenance records.
Inputs data into data management system; prints and files department records, reports,
invoices and paperwork.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Safe and defensive driving practices.
Proper operation of school buses.
Provisions of the California State Vehicle Code and Education Code applicable to the
operation of vehicles transporting students
Basic first aid procedures.
Basic record-keeping techniques.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Health and safety regulations.
Oral and written communication skills.
Principles and routine methods of servicing buses and cars.
Automotive parts and terminology used in mechanical repair and servicing work.
Proper use of machine and hand tools used in servicing and routine repair work.
Safe use and care of tools and equipment used to perform upholstery, glass and tire
repairs.
Basic record-keeping techniques.
Health and safety regulations.
Proper lifting techniques.
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ABILITY TO:
Drive a school bus safely and efficiently.
Learn and apply District policies and procedures related to student discipline.
Maintain a safe discipline level among passengers.
Exercise tact, diplomacy, and good judgment in dealing with students.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
Learn and follow established routes.
Maintain vehicles in clean and proper working condition.
Conduct safety inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance.
Administer first aid.
Maintain routine records including accurate records and logs.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Inspect and service District buses and other vehicles and equipment.
Repair or replace upholstery, window glass and tires.
Assist mechanics in routine maintenance and mechanical repair work.
Inspect and detect mechanical vehicle problems requiring mechanical repair or servicing.
Service mechanical equipment and demonstrate a high degree of mechanical aptitude
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Observe health and safety regulations.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to sufficient experience, training and/or education to
demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above. Typically, this would be gained
through: graduation from high school and one year experience performing servicing and
minor maintenance and repairs on vehicles.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid California Class B commercial driver’s license with passenger, school bus and air
brake endorsements.
Valid California Special Driver Certificate.
Valid First Aid Certification issued by an authorized agency.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Vehicle repair shop, School bus and outdoor environment.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Exposure to fumes, dust, odors, oil/grease and gases.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate maintenance equipment.
Seeing to operate a school bus and perform inspections and repairs.
Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling heavy objects as assigned by the position.
Standing or sitting for extended periods of time.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
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Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to inspect buses.
Climbing ladders or steps.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders or horizontally; pulling and pushing to open bus
doors.
HAZARDS:
Traffic hazards.
Driving a vehicle during adverse weather conditions.
Fumes from chemical cleansers and bus operation.
Exposure to chemical fumes and vapors such as gasoline and diesel fuel.
Working in a cramped or restrictive work chamber.
Working around and with machinery having moving parts.
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