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Bus Driver (M.A.R.S. Program)
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What they do
A Bus Driver drives buses and transport passengers along a designated route. Works for a city public transit system, regional bus company, or school district.
$52,073 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Bus Driver (M.A.R.S. Program) at Merced City School District Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 9/2/2026 Contact Denisse Soto 2093856755 Number of Openings 4 Salary Pay Range $23.08
- $39.46 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Range "H1" (Maximum entry salary is Step 7 at $30.29 per hour.) Length of Work Year 5 hrs/day; 215 days/year Employment Type Full Time Location Merced City School District Work Hours 2:00 pm
- 7:00 pm Job Summary Job Summary Under the direction of the Director of Transportation, operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules; pick up and discharge of students' provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and maintenance of vehicle.
IN ORDER FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE GIVEN FULL
CONSIDERATION, application must be complete, including work experience and professional references. A separate resume is not acceptable in lieu of work experience and/or professional references. Must include, along with completed, signed application; current CPR/First Aid Cards, DMV Printout (H-6), Bus Driver Certificate (w/passenger & air brakes).- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Resume with employment dates
- Possess and maintain current, as a condition for ongoing employment, a valid California Driver's License, Certificates and endorsements from CHP and DMV to operate a school bus.
- Passing required initial and subsequent random, drug and alcohol screenings.
- Possess, and maintain as a condition for ongoing employment, First Aid and CPR certifications as required by DMV and CHP to operate a school bus.
Requirements / Qualifications
Please view job descriptions for job requirements. Pre-employment physical examination, TB and fingerprint clearance required prior to beginning work.IN ORDER FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE GIVEN FULL
CONSIDERATION, application must be complete, including work experience and professional references. A separate resume is not acceptable in lieu of work experience and/or professional references. Must include, along with completed, signed application; current CPR/First Aid Cards, DMV Printout (H-6), Bus Driver Certificate (w/passenger & air brakes).- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Resume with employment dates
- Possess and maintain current, as a condition for ongoing employment, a valid California Driver's License, Certificates and endorsements from CHP and DMV to operate a school bus.
- Passing required initial and subsequent random, drug and alcohol screenings.
- Possess, and maintain as a condition for ongoing employment, First Aid and CPR certifications as required by DMV and CHP to operate a school bus.
- Nondiscrimination in District Programs & Activities.
- Nondiscrimination in District Programs & Activities.