Bus Driver

Orange Grove Center; Chattanooga (TN); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Orange Grove Center in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Bus Driver to operate school bus routes safely, maintain cleanliness, and perform pre/post trip inspections.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, 25+ years of age, 5 years driving with a valid license, and a CDL with P/S endorsements. Experience with individuals with disabilities is a plus. Trainee pay starts at $17.50/hour, rising to $19.50/hour after training.

Formación

• Education: High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be 25 years of age and have not less than five years driving experience with valid, unrestricted operator’s license.
• Must possess a Commercial Driver’s License with P and S endorsements.
• Must have an excellent driving record.
• Experience working with adults and children with intellectual and physical disabilities would be helpful.
• Must have basic writing and record keeping skills.
• Newly hired driver who must earn CDL and/or appropriate endorsements must complete ELDT and acquire CDL license before the expiration of his/her 90 day probationary period unless special circumstances necessitate that this probationary period be extended and approval for this extension is given by Transportation Coordinator and Division Director.
• The driver will not earn school bus driver pay ($19.50/hour) until all training is successfully completed (Trainee pay is $17.50/hour).

Responsabilidades

• Operate bus route in a safe, organized, punctual manner.
• Perform pre-trip inspection before each trip and post trip inspection at end of trip.
• Care for and maintain cleanliness of vehicle.
• Effectively manage passenger behaviors per Behavior Support Plan or ISP/IEP.
• Attend state mandated driver training annually and other required in-services.
• Maintain all required records and reports for the agency.
• Interact professionally with caregivers, staff, and the public in a multicultural/multiracial community.

Conocimientos

Basic writing

Record keeping

Educación

High School diploma or GED

Herramientas

CDL with P&S endorsements

Descripción del empleo

Job Details

Job Location: Head Quarters - Chattanooga, TN 37404, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School or Equivalent, Salary Range: $17.50 - $19.50 Hourly, Job Shift: Flexible, Job Summary: Responsible for operating bus route in a safe, organized, punctual manner. Must be able to perform job duties in all kinds of weather conditions. Responsible for care and cleanliness of vehicle. Must perform pre-trip inspection before each trip and a post trip inspection at the end of end of each trip. Must effectively manage passenger behaviors in accordance with each person’s approved Behavior Support Plan or ISP/IEP in the school/bus route vehicle. Must attend state mandated driver training annually as well as other in-services required of drivers. Responsible for all records and reports required by agency/department. Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors. Must be able to relate effectively, professionally, and appropriately with caregivers, staff, and the public in a multicultural/multiracial community.

Supervisory Relationships

Reports to Coordinator of Transportation and in his/her absence, the Assistant Coordinator of Transportation. May supervise the activities of a Bus Rider Assistant when applicable. Like all Orange Grove employees, the Bus Driver works for each person and family we support and serve.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma or GED required

Experience

Must be 25 years of age and have not less than five years driving experience with valid, unrestricted operator’s license. Must possess a Commercial Driver’s License with P and S endorsements. Must have an excellent driving record. Experience working with adults and children with intellectual and physical disabilities would be helpful. Must have basic writing and record keeping skills. Newly hired driver who must earn CDL and/or appropriate endorsements must complete ELDT (entry level driver training) and acquire CDL license before the expiration of his/her 90 day probationary period unless special circumstances necessitate that this probationary period be extended and approval for this extension is given by Transportation Coordinator and Division Director. The driver will not earn school bus driver pay ($19.50/hour) until all training is successfully completed (Trainee pay is $17.50/hour.)

Technical Job Knowledge

Must have good knowledge of Chattanooga/Hamilton County area and a willingness to learn any applicable geographical area. Must have a good sense of direction. Must be well informed about all agency, local, state and federal regulations, policies and procedures concerning the safe operation of school buses. Must be able to properly use all transportation related equipment including but not limited to: wheel chair lifts, WTORS (Wheel chair Tie-down/Occupant Restraint System), web cutter, etc.

Physical Requirements

Health must be adequate to preform required duties and responsibilities. Must pass “TDOT” physical examination yearly; twice a year if over age 55. Manual dexterity required; must be able to bend/stoop/kneel repeatedly. Must be able to push/pull wheelchairs of various weights and sizes. Must be able to safely operate hydraulic wheelchair lift.