• Please contact the Personnel Department if you or anyone you know is interested in becoming a school bus driver. Our district offers free training and no experience is necessary.

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    In order to qualify to be a California School Bus Driver, an individual needs to:

    • Be at least 18 years old.
    • Be in good physical condition.
    • Be of good moral character.
    • Have a good driving record.
    • Have a clean criminal record.
    • Have the desire & patience to work with children.

    Before you actually become a California School Bus Driver, you must:

    • Attend a minimum of 20 hours of classroom instruction.
    • Pass a physical examination (no Epilepsy, Type I Diabetes, or High Blood Pressure).
    • Pass 4 written tests at the DMV. (General Knowledge, Commercial, Passenger Endorsement, Airbrakes)
    • Pass 2 written tests at the CHP. (Rules & Regulations, First Aid Practices)
    • Train a minimum of 20 hours behind-the-wheel.
    • Pass a driving test with the CHP.
    • Pass a pre-employment drug test & finger printing for the district.

    Once you become a California School Bus Driver you must:

    • Be randomly tested for drugs and alcohol.
    • Attend a minimum of 10 hours per year of training.

     - Sonoma Valley Unified School District is seeking qualified applicants to join our transportation team.

    • Valid California Commercial Class A or B Driver License.
    • License with passenger, air brakes, and school bus endorsements.
    • School Bus Certificate and First Aid/CPR Certification.
    • A Medical Examination/Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
    • Alcohol and Drug Test when hired.
    • Pre-placement Medical Exam when hired.
    • Required Testing Certificates & License.
    • Maintain Certification.

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