Bus Driver (CDL) - AMIkids Tampa

AMIkids; Thonotosassa (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Health benefits

PTO & paid holidays

Wellness benefits

Pension plan

Voluntary 403(b) retirement plan

Student loan forgiveness program

Pet insurance

Travel assistance

Car rental discounts

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

AMIkids is seeking a responsible Driver to provide safe, supervised transportation for youth to program activities and home destinations in Florida. You will model positive behavior, maintain valid licenses and endorsements, and follow all safety procedures.

Occasional trips and on-call demand may occur; first aid/CPR may be necessary. You will contribute to a supportive environment and help ensure youth supervision during travel, with potential for overnight or weekend assignments as needed.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalency is required.
• Current DOT Medical Examination Certificate for applicable roles/programs.

Responsibilities

• Transports youth to and from the Institute and its activities in a safe, timely and professional manner.
• Maintains required driver’s license with appropriate endorsements including CDL if required.
• Enforces Transportation Policy and Institute policies, rules and procedures.
• Operates Institute vehicles professionally and courteously as a positive role model.
• Ensures proper supervision of youth and safe boarding/deboarding.
• Oversees day trips and activities involving sports, facilities, and equipment relocation.
• May participate in overnight/weekend trips requiring extended hours or on-call status.
• Administers first aid and CPR per national standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor and assists with special projects.

Skills

Defensive driving

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The Driver is responsible for providing safe, professional and supervised transportation to and from program activities, student homes and other assigned locations. The Driver may be required to drive assigned vehicles for scheduled special event(s) and/or unforeseen Institute requirements. At all times, the Driver's primary concerns are the safety, proper supervision and positive role modeling for our youth.

Essential Job Duties

• Transports youth to and from the Institute and its activities in a safe, timely and professional manner obeying all traffic laws and regulations and adhering to safe/defensive driving procedures.
• Maintains required driver's license with appropriate endorsements including CDL, if required, in good standing according to Institute policies and insurance carrier requirements.
• Enforces the Transportation Policy and all relevant Institute policies, rules and procedures.
• Operates Institute vehicles professionally and courteously, always acting as a positive role model for youth during the operation of the vehicle.
• Ensures the proper supervision of youth and the safe boarding and debarking.
• May oversee day trips and special activities that involve recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, grounds maintenance and equipment relocation.
• May participate in overnight trips and occasional weekend trips that may require sleeping in tents, boats, institutes, etc. under varying weather conditions and that may require extended 16-hour workdays/24 hour on-call status.
• Administers first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with National standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor(s),
• Assist with special projects and other duties as needed.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience

• HS Diploma or Equivalency,
• Current DOT Medical Examination Certificate (for applicable roles/programs)

What's in it for you?

As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids' lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time Team Members including:

• Growth opportunities - we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within
• Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plan options; Health Spending Account, Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Wellness Benefits - EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management Programs, etc.
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, Voluntary 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Pet Insurance, World Travel Assistance, Car Rental discounts, Gym Membership discounts, and more.

Education

High School of General (required)

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