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Butte Community College

Location: OrovilleCA 95965 Document ID: AB095-60UU Posted on: 2017-04-0704/07/2017 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Part-time
2017-05-07
 

Bus Operator



Bus Operator

Butte-Glenn Community College


Opening Date/Time:

Closing Date/Time: 4/6/2017 4:00 PM Pacific

Salary: Not Displayed

Job Type:

Location: Main Campus, CA

Department: Administration

Description:

Part-time 27 hours per week, 9 months per year
CSEA - Range 18; $1985.84 per month

OVERVIEW:
Under the direction of an administrator, performs a variety of duties and responsibilities related to operating District buses and vehicles over designated routes and on field trips/travel, all of which may include driving in all types of terrain and inclement weather conditions and performing routine maintenance. Field trips and travel may include transporting large groups to major cities and mountain locations which could be for multiple days. Work schedules may vary dependent upon District need and may include regular day shift routes, regular night shift routes, weekends and holidays, etc.



Representative Duties:

The duties recorded below are representative of the duties of the class and are not intended to cover all the duties performed by incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class. The essential duties of the class are indicated with an asterisk *

  1. Drives District buses and vehicles on designated routes, determined by District need, to include but not limited to, highways, streets and rural roads, etc., adhering to departure and arrival times as scheduled. Picks up, transports and discharges students/passengers to and from District locations. Follows all safety procedures for loading and unloading of students/passengers*
  2. Transports large groups on required District field trips, special trips and other long distance travel to various locations, including but not limited to, major cities and mountain locations, etc., choosing the best routes and making departure and arrival times as scheduled. Trips may require multiple overnight stays*
  3. Drives District buses and vehicles on various types of terrain, during inclement weather conditions and through unexpected road construction following designated detours, etc., while ensuring all safety regulations are being followed*
  4. Checks motorized equipment and fills with fuel, oil, water, battery water and air as required*
  5. Makes mechanical checks to assure buses can be operated safely which may include, headlights, tail lights, blinkers, windshield wipers, foot pedals, etc*
  6. Cleans, washes and waxes automotive equipment; reports mechanical defects*
  7. Maintains order on the bus among passengers and reports any problems to the appropriate administrator*
  8. Uses good judgment at bus stops to protect passengers from other traffic while boarding or departing from the bus*
  9. Follows District policies and maintains records of commute times, mechanical issues, delays and/or other dilemmas, etc., as required*
  10. Inspects bus prior to operations for safety purposes; ensures the safety of all passengers and renders first aid or emergency assistance*
  11. Operates a computer to perform basic data entry and to access email and District announcements, etc*
  12. May serve on a variety of District committees as requested
  13. May perform other duties as assigned


Qualifications/Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

  • Graduation from high school, G.E.D. or the equivalent*.
* High School education equivalency equals an adult education diploma or four (4) years of full-time paid work experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
(Certificates are to be maintained throughout duration of employment with the District.)
  • Possess a valid Class B commercial driver's license with school bus, passenger and air brake endorsements issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles;
  • Possess a valid school bus driver's certificate (Form DL-45); If your certificate has restrictions 2, 3 or 4 you will not qualify for this position. If your certificate has restriction 6, you are required to provide a valid First Aid/CPR certification;
  • Valid Medical Examiner's Certificate (MEC);
  • Provide a current DMV H-6 (issued within previous 30-days) showing valid Medical Examiner's Certificate (MEC);
  • As a requirement and a condition of employment, applicants must pass a pre-employment physical, including a drug and alcohol test and any testing as required by the Federal Drug and Alcohol testing program.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • One (1) or more years school bus driving experience;
  • One (1) or more years commercial driving experience transporting passengers;
  • One (1) or more years of experience transporting large groups to major cities in various types of terrain and weather conditions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
May be acquired through education, training and/or experience.

Knowledge of: the policies, procedures, rules and regulations of the District and those affecting departmental activities; safe driving practices, the California Motor Vehicle and Education Codes applicable to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of students, staff, faculty and/or other passengers; traffic rules, regulations and laws; keeping records; performing routine maintenance; following written and verbal directions; charting out routes utilizing a map; basic computer usage for accessing email, District announcements and to perform basic data entry, etc.
Ability to: learn, interpret and successfully apply policies, procedures, rules and regulations of the District and department; read and understand maps; clean and service buses and automotive vehicles rapidly and thoroughly; drive and operate a bus and other automotive equipment safely, efficiently and in a timely manner to include implementing applicable regulatory and safety requirements and standards; drive in adverse weather conditions; drive on major city roads, mountain roads and rural roads, etc.; comprehend and follow traffic signs; perform responsibilities under pressure and during emergency situations; provide first aid assistance when required; follow oral and written instructions accurately; utilize effective organizational, problem solving and time management skills; communicate professionally at all times and in confrontational situations; exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive situations; work within a team environment and independently; exhibit patience and understanding; utilize computer equipment and software commensurate with the required functions for this position; keep and maintain records accurately; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the course of work; work effectively and cooperatively with diverse populations.



Supplemental Information:

WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No assigned permanent staff to supervise.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Performs physically demanding work in the servicing and the operation of motorized equipment and vehicles. At times sustained exertion of heavy physical effort such as bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, squatting, climbing stairs, working in confined spaces and lifting and/or carrying of moderately heavy items (26-49 lbs.) and occasionally heavy items (50-100+ lbs.). Sitting for long periods of time. The operation of vehicles, in which manipulative skills and hand/eye coordination are important ingredients of safe and/or productive operations.

CONTACTS:
Faculty, staff, administrators, students and the general public.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work involves indoor and outdoor environment, adverse weather conditions, subject to toxic agents and other hazards associated with the operation and maintenance of motorized equipment and vehicles.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

  1. The successful applicant will be required to complete a medical history questionnaire and must agree to undergo and pass a pre-employment physical examination, based on the physical requirements of the position, prior to employment. The physician will be selected and paid for by the District. Disabilities not related to the essential physical job requirements will not preclude the applicant from being hired.
  2. Education Code 87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he or she is free of active tuberculosis.
  3. As a condition of employment the position you are applying for will require that you provide fingerprints to the local police department. The fee charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) for the fingerprint report is the employee's responsibility. If you should be offered this position you will be asked to sign a payroll deduction form which will authorize the District to deduct the fee charged by the DOJ from your first paycheck.
The District reserves the right to modify, rescind or re-advertise this announcement without notification or to delay indefinitely the employment of a person for the position.

The Butte-Glenn Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

---------------------------------------------Application Instructions----------------------------
ALL APPLICANTS, INCLUDING CURRENT BUTTE COLLEGE EMPLOYEES, MUST SUBMIT ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS WITH THE ONLINE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
All on-line attachment types require that you attach a document.

COVER LETTER:
Please describe in your cover letter how your past experience and qualifications meet the needs of this position.

RESUME OR VITA:
Please submit this as an attachment, not as a text resume within the application.

DIVERSITY:
Butte College serves a diverse population. In a separate statement, address how your skills, experience and education have prepared you to serve and meet the needs of a diverse student/staff population.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
In a statement addressed to the hiring committee, explain how you meet the minimum qualifications listed below and attach a copy of all relevant certificates and proof of completed trainings.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
  • Graduation from high school, G.E.D. or the equivalent*.

* High School education equivalency equals an adult education diploma or four (4) years of full-time paid work experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
(Certificates are to be maintained throughout duration of employment with the District.)

  • Possess a valid Class B commercial driver's license with school bus, passenger and air brake endorsements issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles;
  • Possess a valid school bus driver's certificate (Form DL-45); If your certificate has restrictions 2, 3 or 4 you will not qualify for this position. If your certificate has restriction 6, you are required to provide a valid First Aid/CPR certification;
  • Valid Medical Examiner's Certificate (MEC);
  • Provide a current DMV H-6 (issued within previous 30-days) showing valid Medical Examiner's Certificate (MEC);
  • As a requirement and a condition of employment, applicants must pass a pre-employment physical, including a drug and alcohol test and any testing as required by the Federal Drug and Alcohol testing program.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the submission of official transcripts showing completion of the degree.

To apply, visit: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/buttecc/





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