Bus Driver

City of Edinburg; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Edinburg seeks a dependable Bus Driver to support the Boys & Girls Club transportation program. The role includes planning routes, safely transporting youths to events and schools, and maintaining vehicles while ensuring child safety and positive community presence.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED, a valid Class B CDL with good driving record, and willingness to engage with youth. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; routine background checks apply.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid Class B CDL with good driving record.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Experience with youth programs preferred.
• Able to maintain safety and discipline.

Responsibilities

• Plans route schedule for afterschool transportation programs.
• Transports students to and from club events and schools.
• Drives bus carefully and in compliance with traffic regulations.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety of school children.
• Instructs children in safety precautions and practices.
• Maintains discipline; reports unruly behavior to supervisor.
• Inspects and cleans organization vehicles. Checks water, gas, oil and mechanical condition before as scheduled.
• Reports delays and accidents.
• Reports defects or problems with vehicle to supervisor and assures organization vehicles meets regular maintenance schedules.
• Contributes to the creation of the overall club's climate for youth development.
• Markets and maintains a high profile in the community through publicity and quality programming.
• Solicits sponsor for programs and special events
• Provides youth with essential guidance support system.
• Plans and coordinates activities with supervisor and co-workers in time manner.
• Recruits members ages 6-18 for transportation program.
• Works with at risk youth/teens.
• Performs related work and reports as assigned.

Skills

Club programs knowledge

Youth program management

Public relations

Safety compliance

Work under pressure

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School diploma, GED or equivalency

Associates Degree

Tools

Bus/van operation

Vehicle inspection routines

Job description

Job Title

Bus Driver

Department

Boys & Girls Club

Reports to

Facilities and Transportation Director

FLSA Classification

Non-Exempt

Safety Sensitive Type

DOT

Effective Date

10/01/2004

Job Summary

The individual oversees volunteer staff and club members related to transportation services. Other responsibilities include maintaining vehicle assigned, maintaining safety of members, public and staff, maintaining a high profile in the community, recruitment of members, and soliciting sponsors for programs, activities and events.

Essential Job Functions

Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position.

1. Plans route schedule for afterschool transportation programs.
2. Transports students to and from club events and schools.
3. Drives bus carefully and in compliance with traffic regulations.
4. Assumes responsibility for the safety of school children.
5. Instructs children in safety precautions and practices.
6. Maintains discipline; reports unruly behavior to supervisor.
7. Inspects and cleans organization vehicles. Checks water, gas, oil and mechanical condition before as scheduled.
8. Reports delays and accidents.
9. Reports defects or problems with vehicle to supervisor and assures organization vehicles meets regular maintenance schedules.
10. Contributes to the creation of the overall club's climate for youth development.
11. Markets and maintains a high profile in the community through publicity and quality programming.
12. Solicits sponsor for programs and special events
13. Provides youth with essential guidance support system.
14. Plans and coordinates activities with supervisor and co-workers in time manner.
15. Recruits members ages 6-18 for transportation program.
16. Works with at risk youth/teens.
17. Performs related work and reports as assigned.

Conditions of Employment

1. Applicant will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.
2. Applicant must take and pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the City of Edinburg at the City’s expense.
3. Must have a current valid class "B" commercial driver’s license from the Texas Department of Public Safety with a satisfactory driving record. Prefer CDL with Passenger Endorsement.
4. Completion of first aid and driving courses.
5. Recommended that drivers have State of Texas Bus Driver’s Certification and must attend ongoing defensive driving training.
6. Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred.

Required Education

High School diploma, GED or equivalency

Education Preference

Associates Degree

Educational Substitute

Not Applicable

Required Work Experience

Some experience in bus or similar vehicle operation, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which would provide the needed knowledge

Experience Preference

One (1) year of experience in bus or similar vehicle operation.

Supervisory Experience Requirement

Not applicable

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

1. Requires a knowledge of Boys & Girls Club programs.
2. Requires working knowledge of youth programs and general maintenance.
3. Working knowledge in the operation of light and heavy school buses and vans in transporting club members.
4. Must be able to work under pressure.
5. Able to understand and follow directions both written and oral.
6. Must be in good physical condition.
7. Must have good public relations ability.
8. Sensitive to the needs of youth/teens.
9. Training on highway safety rules and regulations.
10. Must be able to work under pressure.
11. Other specialized job requirements include being able to understand and follow directions both written and oral.
12. Must be in good physical condition.
13. Must have vision in both eyes.

Equipment Materials

General office and safety equipment/materials to include but not limited to the following:

• Computer
• General Office Equipment
• Program Equipment

Work Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Individual works indoor in a well-lighted, air-conditioned buildings, on the road utilizing a 72 passenger bus, vans, and city vehicle as well as outdoor to implement and oversee programs.

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; use math and mathematical reasoning; perform detailed work, multiple deadlines and concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions; and interact with staff and the public.