Driver

JOB SUMMARY

The driver will act as an integral member of the 1st Class Childcare team to assist in the overall management of transporting children safely to and from a 1st Class Childcare program/centre in accordance with Alberta's Child Care Licensing Regulations and 1st Class Childcare's driver policy, procedures, and safety manual. This position will report to the Transportation Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct daily checklist/inspection every morning.
• Maintain up-to-date records of bus maintenance.
• Maintain supplies on bus.
• Check fuel daily and refuel as required.
• Confirm child head count at every drop-off and pick-up.
• Ensure all children are in age-appropriate child safety restraints at all times before driving.
• Always maintain constant supervision of the children on the bus.
• Follow safe bus loading and unloading procedures.
• Conduct a daily walk-through on the bus after every drop-off.
• Know and abide by all policies and procedures, including evacuation and accident procedures.
• Daily housekeeping duties as required to keep the bus clean, including sweeping/vacuuming floor and seats, and cleaning/sanitizing high-touch areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Computer proficiency and an ability to be trained on using corporate 3rd-party software.
• Class 4 Commercial Driver's License with a clear driver's abstract to drive up to 24-passenger buses (required for employment).
• Ability to perform employment tests such as a road test, ride-along, and any other special training when required.
• Criminal Record Check & Vulnerable Sector Search.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• ECE Certification of any level would be an asset.

EXPERIENCE AND ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES

• A passion for working with children.
• Strong interpersonal skills to gain the trust and respect of children and their parents.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Fast-paced environment.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to walk, bend, stand, squat, or crouch to a child's level.
• Able to physically respond quickly in an emergency.