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Bus Driver Trainee

Simi Valley Unified School District

Job Location:

Simi Valley, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 21 - 25

Posted: 7 October 2026 (2 days ago)

Application Deadline: 4 January 2027

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Bus Driver Trainee role prepares individuals to become qualified school bus drivers through hands-on and classroom-based instruction. Trainees will learn to safely operate school buses including vehicles equipped with specialized features for students with mobility or access challenges. The position supports the transportation needs of students ensuring a safe and timely commute to and from schools events and special routes.

Requirements / Qualifications

Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent is driving record and restrictions as verified by K-4 Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).A valid California Driver License Class prior bus driving experience is necessary; previous experience in professional driving or working with children is and Certificates:Must achieve a valid First Aid and CPR certification issued by an authorized agency during the training period.A valid California Commercial Drivers License (CDL) class-B Learners Permit with P (passenger) and S (school bus) endorsements must be obtained by the trainee at the conclusion of classroom training and before any behind-the-wheel training can commence. The trainee will be responsible for any fees charged by DMV for the Medical Examination Report (MCSA-5875) and Medical Examiners Certificate (MCSA-5876) to fulfill federal Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations for commercial drivers -- required for will be responsible for all DMV and CHP fees incurred in the licensing NOTE Effective January 1 1995 all employees in these classifications are subject to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) regulations for drug and alcohol testing as required by the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information

PURPOSE: To establish a list of applicants who do NOT yet possess the required qualifications to be a Bus DriverApplicants must meet the minimum qualifications stated in the job posting by the application deadline in order to move forward in the training program. Those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to an Bus Driver Trainee classification is a training position designed to prepare individuals for potential appointment to the Bus Driver classification. Trainees are expected to actively participate in all classroom instruction behind-the-wheel training vehicle inspections safety training and other activities required by the program. The training program consists of a minimum of twenty hours in class and twenty hours behind the wheel. Upon successful completion of the training program trainees may be invited to apply for the Bus Driver classification. To be considered for appointment as a Bus Driver candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the Bus Driver classification and successfully participate in the Bus Driver examination process which includes a structured interview. Completion of the Bus Driver Trainee program does not guarantee appointment to a Bus Driver position. Applicants should review the physical abilities and working conditions associated with the Bus Driver classification as the trainee program is intended to prepare candidates to perform those duties

Comments and Other Information

Required Experience:

Intern

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