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Passenger Ride Along Program Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

OFFICE ASSISTANT

Fresno, CA · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

... programs (Excel, word, PDF) 9. Flexible with work schedule...available some weekends and evenings as needed 10. Follow directions well 11. Available to drive or ride along to assist outside of the ...

Bus Aide

Big River, CA · On-site

$11.75 - $15/hr

In this role, you will ride along on our buses and provide support to students with special needs ... Employee rewards and recognition programs Full Time Team Members Eligible full time employees ...

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Passenger Ride Along Program information

What is the difference between Passenger Ride Along Program vs Bus Driver?

AspectPassenger Ride Along ProgramBus Driver
Required credentialsNone or minimal, often includes background checksCommercial driver's license (CDL), training, and certifications
Work environmentTraining sessions, ride-alongs with experienced drivers, classroom settingsDriving buses, passenger interaction, on-road operation
Employer and industry usagePublic transit agencies, training programsPublic transit companies, private transportation services

The Passenger Ride Along Program is designed to introduce individuals to bus operations, often requiring minimal credentials and focusing on training environments. In contrast, bus drivers are licensed professionals responsible for passenger safety and operate in real-world transit settings. The program serves as an entry point or training step, while bus drivers perform the actual job with full certifications.

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Bus Driver Trainee-$1500 Incentive

Bus Driver Trainee-$1500 Incentive

Vista Unified School District

Vista, CA • On-site

$22.86/hr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

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.
We are providing a $1,500 incentive which includes $500 for sign-on, $500 for completing the class, and $500 for passing the CHP test.
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 6:00 am-3:00 pm
Day 2 Unit 2 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 Unit XI 6:00 am-3:00 pm
Day 10 Final Exam 9:30am - 10:30 am
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