Summer 2026 - Bus Driver (Multiple Programs) - Multiple Sites

Washington Unified School District (WUSD) serves nearly 7,500 students in West Sacramento, carrying forward a proud legacy of excellence since 1917. As the city's premier provider of high-quality education, WUSD offers innovative programs like Spanish Dual Language Immersion, Visual and Performing Arts, Career Technical Education, AVID, and before and after-school care. WUSD fosters a supportive and collaborative environment for employees, with mentoring, professional growth opportunities, and cutting-edge technology to inspire innovation in teaching. Rooted in equity, diversity, and inclusion, WUSD is a vibrant community of educators, families, and partners dedicated to empowering every student to thrive. WASHINGTON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION: BUS DRIVER SALARY RANGE: 36 GROUP: MAINTENANCE/OPERATIONS/TRANSPORTATION DATE OF ADOPTION/REVISION: 01/22/09 DESCRIPTION Under supervision, to operate a school bus over designated routes to transport students. Typical duties will include, but are not limited to, maintaining approved time schedules and, when necessary, choosing the best alternate route, escorting students across hazardous traffic areas, stopping traffic when necessary, administering approved District policies regarding student conduct on buses. Other duties will include maintaining daily working records, performing safety checks on transportation equipment, servicing buses with gas and oil and performing general cleaning of buses. Performs other related duties as assigned. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Possession of an appropriate California operator's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles; possession of PS Endorsement; possession of CHP permit to operate a school bus; maintain a driving record acceptable for coverage under District vehicle insurance programs. Possession of first aid qualifications comparable to the standard American Red Cross first aid certificate. QUALIFICATION Knowledge of Safe driving practices; Provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code and the Education Code applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting school children; First aid practices; Geography and road systems of the local area. AND Ability to Drive a school bus safely and efficiently; Maintain order among students on a bus; Learn designated bus routes, stops and local traffic hazards;\ Follow oral and written directions; Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work. AND Training and experience Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain such knowledge and abilities would be: Two years of general driving experience, preferably with large vehicles. Physical Abilities Lift, carry, push and/or pull items up to a minimum of 60 pounds with a strength factor of moderately heavy work Sitting for extended periods of time while operating a transportation vehicle Frequent neck flexion, extension, and rotation Occasional bending and twisting at the waist, kneeling, squatting, or crouching Hearing and Speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone/radio Reaching, pulling, and pushing to operate bus doors. Lifting moderately heavy objects Occasional walking and standing See to read a variety of materials and to assist students Possess strength and physical dexterity to pull children from bus in case of accident Climbing a minimum of 5 steps to enter and exit the school bus Stooping and bending when cleaning the bus This summer school position is currently open to internal candidates only. Candidate selection will be based on seniority of the position. Sites: All Sites Split Shift - Up to 8 hours - TBD 6/5/26 PL DAY - Route Bidding and Bus Prep PLEASE NOTE: All summer employment is contingent upon state funding and sufficient student enrollment. In the event it becomes necessary to reduce your assignment during the 2026 Summer program, salary and benefits will be prorated accordingly. This position runs from June 12, 2026, through July 14, 2026. June 19th and July 3rd are paid holidays. This summer school position is currently open to internal candidates only. Candidate selection will be based on seniority of the position. Sites: All Sites Split Shift - Up to 8 hours - TBD 6/5/26 PL DAY - Route Bidding and Bus Prep PLEASE NOTE: All summer employment is contingent upon state funding and sufficient student enrollment. In the event it becomes necessary to reduce your assignment during the 2026 Summer program, salary and benefits will be prorated accordingly. This position runs from June 12, 2026, through July 14, 2026. June 19th and July 3rd are paid holidays. Comments and Other Information Questions about openings, please contact Human Resources at 916-375-7604 ext 1013. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to broadening the diversity of our workplace. All applications and resumes are welcome. The Washington Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For concerns, immediately contact Shea Borges, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources(Compliance Officer for Title IX and CC of R Title 5) at (916) 375-7600 ext. 1046. A copy of the Washington Unified School District's uniform complaint policy and non-discrimination policy are available upon request. 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