Passenger Ride Along Program Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary
The Vista Unified School District is interested in training employable members from our community to drive school buses.
If you are interested in learning a new profession or expand on your current professional driving experiences, this is a great opportunity.
You must register by submitting a complete online application and attaching a resume if possible. You must attend all the classes and late arrivals will not be permitted in class.
Additional fees, for state licensing, will be discussed during orientation.
For questions, comments or concerns please contact:
Marcos Chavira
State Certified Instructor
(760) 726-2170 x92804
MarcosChavira@vistausd.org
Students MUST attend all classroom trainings.
Late arrivals will not be permitted in class and 100% attendance is mandatory.
Example of a sample schedule for classes
Day 1 Unit I 6:00 am-3:00 pm
Day 2 Unit II 6:00 am-3:30 pm CPR/First Aid
Day 3 Unit III 6:00 am-12:00 pm ride along
Day 4 Unit IV 6:00 am-12:00 pm ride along
Day 5 Unit V 6:00 am-2:00 pm ride along
Day 6 Unit VI 6:00 am-12:00 pm
Day 7 Unit VII 6:00 am- 2:00 pm
Day 8 Unit IX 6:00 am-3:00 pm
Day 9 2025 Unit XI 6:00 am-3:00 pm
Day 10 Final Exam 9:30am - 10:30 am
Job Description / Essential Elements:
VISTA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
CLASS TITLE: BUS DRIVER TRAINEE
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Director-Transportation, with guidance from the Operations Supervisor, or Bus Driver Trainer, operate a district vehicle over designated routes in accordance with time schedules; pick up and discharge students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students; while learning the behind the wheel component of the school bus driver curriculum.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Drive a district vehicle over designated routes in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in California following specified schedules. E
Maintain district vehicles in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and vehicle interior; check and maintain oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel. E
Pick up and discharge students at established bus stops; escort students across streets and roadways as needed to assure student safety; report incidents which affect the safety of students. E
Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary. E
Maintain order and discipline among students on the vehicle following District policies regarding disciplining of students and contact with school officials, parents and the public. E
Fuel and clean exterior and interior of vehicles including picking up debris, sweeping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights. E
Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven, fuel usage and number of children transported and other related records; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports as necessary; collect passenger transportation fees and tickets. E
Utilize two-way radio for vehicle to base communication.
Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
Conduct vehicle evacuations according to established procedures.
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Safe driving practices.
Provisions of the California State Motor Vehicle code and Education Code applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.
First aid practices.
Record-keeping techniques.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
ABILITY TO:
Operate a school vehicle over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school vehicle.
Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
Recognize malfunctions in equipment and take appropriate action.
Learn designated vehicle routes including stops and traffic hazards.
Maintain routine records.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
Assist in loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above and six months driving experience.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a Class "A" or Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a "P" passenger endorsement.
California School Bus Driver Special Certificate
Valid DMV Medical Certificate (DL-51).
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
School bus environment.
Driving in various road and weather conditions.
Noise.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Lift, carry, push, and pull heavy objects.
Sitting for extended periods of time when operating a transportation vehicle.
Walking and stepping up/down or standing for extended periods of time.
Bending at the waist.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
HAZARDS:
Traffic hazards when stopping traffic and escorting students across streets.
Created: March 2012
Requirements / Qualifications

• DMV Printout (Recent K-4 within the past 90 days)
• Driver's License Copy (Driver's License Copy)
• Other (Proof of Registration for FMCSA Clearinghouse)

VUSD
OPEN to all qualified candidates that successfully completed the Vista Unified School District School Bus Driver class.
Vista Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment, based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, immigration status, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender-identify, or gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. VUSD requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying.
Rachel D'Ambroso, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Relations, is designated as the Title IX Compliance Officer and is responsible for employee complaints pertaining to discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying. Phone: (760) 726-2170, extension 92202 or hr@vistausd.org.
A copy of the district's Uniform Complaint/Sexual Harassment Policies and forms can be found at:
https://www.vistausd.org/pf4/cms2/view_page?d=x&group_id=1516177617023&vdid=7i24b1rgcie925
Comments and Other Information
VUSD
OPEN to all qualified candidates that successfully completed the Vista Unified School District School Bus Driver class.
Vista Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment, based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, immigration status, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender-identify, or gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. VUSD requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying.
Rachel D'Ambroso, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Relations, is designated as the Title IX Compliance Officer and is responsible for employee complaints pertaining to discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying. Phone: (760) 726-2170, extension 92202 or hr@vistausd.org.
A copy of the district's Uniform Complaint/Sexual Harassment Policies and forms can be found at:
https://www.vistausd.org/pf4/cms2/view_page?d=x&group_id=1516177617023&vdid=7i24b1rgcie925