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City of Buena Park

Buena Park, CA (In Person)

$60,278 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 1 day ago (Updated 2 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/21/2026

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Always be on the lookout for job scams! Learn more about identity theft Opens in new window Help information , opens a new window. Info First Job Previous Job 1,379 of 6,141 Next Job Last Job Share More Like This Between $23.85 and $28.98 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Bus Driver City of Buena Park
Occupation:
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
Location:
Buena Park, CA - 90621
Job Type:
Regular, Part Time (Less than 30 Hours), Permanent Employment
Posted:
03/13/2026 Positions available: 1
Source:
CalJOBS
Web Site:
CalJOBS Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
03/14/2026
Expires:
07/31/2026
Agency Job ID:
26-00017 Job #: 19843961 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 6 Month(s) Schedule Part Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Public Transit Available Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Bus Driver - Part time, Non-Benefited The Buena Park Senior Center is one of the largest and busiest senior centers in the region. We take pride in our friendly atmosphere and great number of activities for individuals 50+. Our mission is to provide our mature adult population with a diverse offering of recreational, educational, social, and human service programs. We do this in an environment which promotes a spirit of dignity and limitless potential for later life enrichment. Our Senior Center is looking for kind, patient, understanding, courteous, and outgoing individuals who love working with senior citizens. We need individuals who want to enhance the quality of life of our seniors. Be part of our team that helps our greatest generations enjoy the best years of their lives with dignity, respect, and of course FUN!
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This part-time position works approximately 20 hours per week and requires a flexible schedule that may require morning, evening, and weekend work assignments.
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general supervision, operates a 16 passenger bus or van to transport senior citizens to various senior center functions, medical appointments and other destinations; performs basic bus safety inspections daily; assists passengers on and off assigned vehicles; assures the safety of passengers while riding in assigned vehicles; and does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a part-time, non-benefited, position. This position requires the availability to work a flexible schedule that may require morning, evening, and weekend work assignments. The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
  • Uses a telephone to contact senior citizens regarding their attendance at a Community Services facility.
  • Drives a City van/vehicle to the homes of senior citizens and transports them via streets or freeways to a community center, shopping/market facility or a special trip destination.
  • Interacts and communicates with senior citizens.
  • Fills Community Services van/vehicles with fuel.
  • Notifies Driver/Scheduler regarding vehicle service needs/problems, vehicle defects and discontinues vehicle operation when unsafe.
  • Physically assists senior citizens getting into and out of a City van/vehicle.
  • Completes forms regarding transportation assistance details.
  • May assist in answering the telephone and provides basic information to callers and takes and relays messages.
  • Operates a personal computer and uses applicable software.
  • Lifts and carries food items, community center supplies and other items weighing 40 pounds or less.
  • Plans efficient routes and maintains daily route schedules.
  • Reviews applications for new shuttle clients.
  • Calls no show passengers and enforces no show policy.
  • Loads and unloads wheelchair passenger(s) using a lift gate.
  • Properly secures wheelchairs and other accessories in the vehicle.
  • Compiles and prepares daily and weekly, activity and accident reports, and other trip statistics such as mileage, fees collected and number of daily passengers served.
  • Receives and dispatches information (as needed) via cellular phone while vehicle is stopped and safely parked.
  • Conducts daily vehicle inspections.
Knowledge of:
Safety principles and practices applicable to bus operations including the California Vehicle Code, state traffic regulations and pertinent municipal codes; bus safety and maintenance inspection practices; effective customer service techniques.
Ability to:
Safely operate a passenger bus effectively, safely and according to City and state traffic regulations; keep records and submit reports; communicate effectively and cooperatively with customers; inspect bus for safe operation; identify and report equipment malfunctions and safety hazards; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, management, departmental representatives, and the general public.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent and six months of experience and training in the operation of a bus weighing two or more tons is required. Experience with senior citizens is highly desirable.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid Class B California driver license with passenger endorsement with acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance are required. Ability to complete First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Defibrillator Training is required within six months of assignment to this classification. Ability to maintain appropriate medical certification and endorsements required by the Department of Transportation and Department of Motor Vehicles for the operation of a public bus.
APPLICANT INFORMATION/EXAM WEIGHT
Applicants must submit a City application online through the Human Resources Department web page at www.buenapark.com/hr. Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City employment application. All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include but is not limited to an oral interview and/or written exams and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligible list from which hires may be made. An eligible list is valid for up to one year unless exhausted sooner. The City of Buena Park is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status or disability. Americans with
Disabilities:
Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (714) 562-3515 no later than 5 business days before the test date.
Fingerprinting:
Applicants who are selected for hire are fingerprinted during the pre-placement processing period. All fingerprints will be processed with the Department of Justice to verify criminal records or absence thereof.
Physical Examination:
Employment offers are conditional based, upon the successful completion of a medical examination which may include drug and alcohol screening. Physicals are performed by the City's designated physician at the City's expense. The City of Buena Park Alcohol and Drug Abuse Policy requires that all applicants undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment. City of Buena Park Is a Local Government employer https://www.buenapark.com/
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