BUS DRIVER

Job Posting Title

Bus Driver - CDL (PT-Seasonal)

Job Description

This is a Part-Time Seasonal Position

Location: Joseph F. Walters Club

16 to 20 hours weekly

JOB SUMMARY:

Drives bus to transport passengers over specified routes to local or distant points according to time schedule, inspects and maintains van; helps with club programs when not driving or maintaining van.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Prior to Driving

• Reviews organization’s transportation policy and procedure.
• Inspects vehicle for gas, oil and water and corrects safety hazards.
• Obtains and reviews routes.
• Completes driver/vehicle checklist.

Passenger Safety

• Communicates to passengers’ safety rules and expected behavior during travel, including “no smoking or eating” in the minibus.
• Insures passenger numbers do not exceed available seats.
• Observes passengers and enforces their safely entering/leaving the van.

During Driving

• Practices safe driving by adhering to speed limits and local traffic regulations.
• Maintains order and discipline of club members.
• Serves as role model for youth.

After Driving

• Inspects vehicle and reports safety hazards and maintenance needs.
• Completes Vehicle Trip Information Report.

Vehicle Maintenance

• Insures vehicle is serviced according to service schedule.
• Inspects vehicle daily for repair and maintenance needs and takes action to resolve problems.

Other Responsibilities

• Completes incident report on injuries that occur on the bus
• Reports delays or accidents; completes required reports

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Education/Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Must be age 25+
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
  • Must have a valid medical certificate (pass D.O.T. physical every two years)
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and pass testing done at random, post accident and for reasonable suspicion after employment.
  • Must have a CDL Class C valid driver’s license (and certify that a driver’s license only from one state is held and that license is not currently suspended, revoked or canceled an ANY state).
  • Safe driving record as documented by a clean five-year MVR.

Experience

• Combined experience and/or formal training equivalent to minimum of three years where:
  • Experience driving a vehicle to transport passengers, preferably in a van or minibus, in a city and urban environment required.

Skills

• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.
• Able to read and interpret written information.
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
• Ability to assist in program areas by giving and following instructions and supervising members in a safe environment.

ENVIROMENT & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Daily contact with club staff, club members, outside organizations and individuals to plan, coordinate and deliver programs. The job requires the ability to stand for extended periods, kneel, reach, bend, and lift objects weighing in excess of 25lbs. Outdoor work and moderate physically demanding activities may be required on occasion. Travel to special events and field trips required. Must be able to work daily afternoon/evening hours. Occasional weekend work required to accomplish objectives.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job