Bus Driver - McArthur YMCA

If you are a person who wants more than just a job, who wants your efforts to have an impact on your community and who wants to work in a welcoming and positive environment, then you are someone we'd like to work with us. Join us!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides safe and timely transportation to and from program sites while maintaining a supportive and positive atmosphere. May also provide support in other areas as assigned.

School Year: Weekdays, 1:00p- 4:00p. 10 Hours per week.

Additional hour available if interested.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Transports children to and from site, following a preplanned route according to time schedule.
• Drives bus safely according to YMCA policies and procedures and state laws.
• Assumes responsibility for safety of children in loading, unloading and transporting them to and from their desired location.
• Completes thorough before-and-after trip checks each day and records all information. Monitors gas level, mileage, and maintenance on designated forms. Cleans out bus each day.
• Promotes safety at all times by keeping first aid supplies fully stocked.
• Ensures that bus rules are announced and followed.
• Develops friendly and positive relationships among staff, volunteers, parents, and children.
• Communicates regularly with other staff members and supervisor.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Values: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values. Inclusion: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Relationships: Builds rapport and relates well to others. Communication: Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Decision-Making: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Emotional Maturity: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma required.
• At Least 21 years of age.
• Minimum one year work experience as a driver and a clear driving record.
• CDL with Passenger B endorsement required.
• Valid CPR & 1st Aid Certification
• Knowledge of the rules/guidelines related to commercial passenger vehicles (bus).
• Certifications required prior to first day: CPR and First Aid.
• Desire and ability to work with children.
• Track record of building relationships with staff, volunteers, and parents.
• Must pass a Level 2 Background Screening. Level 2 is a fingerprint check of state and federal criminal history information conducted through the Florida Department of law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to safely drive a bus for long periods of time.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations.