Bus Driver

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of St. Louis is hiring a Bus Driver for Cardinal Ritter Senior Services. The role requires ensuring resident safety during transport and maintaining cleanliness of the bus.

The successful applicant will have prior driving experience in St. Louis, hold a valid CDL Class C with a passenger endorsement, and be available for varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience driving a bus in St. Louis City and County is mandatory.
• Certify compliance with Department of Revenue regulations.
• Must provide a current CDL medical card, every two years.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance and cleaning of the bus.
• Inspect bus prior to each trip and complete necessary paperwork.
• Follow the monthly driving schedule set by the Activity Director.

Skills

Bus operations knowledge

CPR and first aid

Patience with senior adults

Flexibility and personable demeanor

Education

Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class C with passenger endorsement

Job description

Job Summary

Cardinal Ritter Senior Services, a ministry of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of St. Louis, is seeking an attentive Bus Driver responsible for safe resident transportation and basic vehicle upkeep. This role includes inspecting the bus before each trip, completing required documentation, maintaining interior cleanliness, and following the monthly driving schedule coordinated by the Activity Director.

Overview and Responsibilities

• Responsible for all upkeep and maintenance of bus, including interior cleaning.
• Inspects bus before each trip and fills out appropriate paperwork.
• Activity Director coordinates and provides the monthly bus schedule to drive.

Knowledge and Experience Requirements

• Previous experience driving bus in St. Louis City and County mandatory.
• Must have the minimum of a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class C with passenger endorsement.
• Must certify to the Department of Revenue that you will operate in accordance with the classification of "Non-excepted interstate".
• Must provide a current certified medical examiner's certificate (CDL medical card), every two years or as required by state and federal law.
• Must provide a color copy of current, non-expired Commercial Driver License (CDL) with each renewal.

Skills and Competencies Required

• Knowledgeable of bus operations- lift, hatch, wheelchair securement.
• Knowledgeable of CPR and first Aid.
• Demonstrate knowledge of transportation policy and safety.
• Must have ability to work well and demonstrate patience with senior adults.
• Must be flexible and personable.
• Must exhibit willingness to help residents with their packages.
• Must be available to work days, evenings, and weekends as needed.
• Must be able to perform the essential physical/mental functions/requirements of the position.

Resources for Which Accountable

• Must have good relationship with residents and fellow employees.