Background Investigation, Bus Driving, Class C License
We are accepting applications from persons interested in training to become a school bus driver. The classroom portion of training is twelve (12) days. The behind-the-wheel training begins after the classroom training is completed and the Class B permit is obtained. WCTA will pay for the necessary pre-employment physical examination, mandatory pre-employment drug screening, fingerprinting, DMV testing fees, and CHP testing fees.
- After completion of all necessary background checks, drug testing, DOT physical, and classroom time, School Bus Driver Trainees will be required to report daily for assignments.
- Once the Class B permit is obtained, School Bus Driver Trainees will begin the behind-the-wheel portion of training, at which time a minimum of twenty (20) hours of behind-the-wheel training must be completed.
- As a new driver trainee, you are guaranteed a minimum of five (5) hours per day.
- Extra work can be assigned to School Bus Driver Trainees by driving Class C Van Routes or as a Transportation Aide if needed.
- The position will have a probationary period of 130 days.
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West County Transportation Agency