Bus Driver Commercial Driver's License

Young Mens Christian Association of Northwest Nort; Clemmons (NC); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 28 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The Bus Driver – CDL position at Young Mens Christian Association of Northwest Nort in Clemmons, NC delivers safe, reliable transportation for participants in before/after school and youth programs. You will operate YMCA buses, enforce safety rules, and keep vehicles ready for daily use in line with YMCA standards and state requirements.

This is a part-time role with shifts 7:00 AM–9:00 AM and/or 2:00 PM–6:00 PM, requiring the ability to pass a road test and background check.

Qualifications

• CDL required and defensible driving practices.
• Excellent passenger safety protocols and child interaction skills.
• Must pass driver road test and NC background check; CPR/First Aid/AED within 60 days.

Responsabilités

• Safely operate Association buses and passenger vehicles for programs and seasonal activities.
• Enforce passenger safety rules and maintain vehicle order.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections; report maintenance needs.
• Communicate route times and updates to staff, parents, and coordinators.
• Assist youth staff with supervision, loading/unloading, and emergency readiness.

Connaissances

CDL

Defensive driving

Passenger safety knowledge

Communication skills

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

Description

Job Summary:

The Bus Driver – Commercial Driver’s License provides safe, dependable, and timely transportation for participants in Before & Afterschool, Out of School Days, and youth development programs. Reporting to Youth Development Leadership, this position operates Association vehicles, enforces passenger safety protocols, maintains vehicle compliance, and supports youth operations in alignment with YMCA mission standards, FLSA guidelines, and ADA requirements.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Provides functional oversight, behavior management, and passenger safety direction to program participants while operating Association transport vehicles.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Safely operate Association buses and passenger vehicles for Before/Afterschool programs, Out of School Days, and seasonal youth activities following assigned transit routes.
• Enforce passenger safety rules, maintain vehicle order, and apply proactive team management techniques to foster a positive, secure environment.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, report maintenance needs, clean vehicle interiors, and ensure compliance with state transportation standards.
• Communicate effectively with program staff, school coordinators, and parents regarding route arrival times, schedules, and transportation updates.
• Assist youth program staff during full-day camps or Out of School Days, supporting child supervision, loading/unloading logistics, and emergency response protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Commercial Driver's License
• Thorough knowledge of non-commercial vehicle operation, defensive driving practices, traffic laws, and passenger safety protocols.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills to interact effectively with children, parents, school administrators, and staff.
• High adaptability and problem-solving skills to navigate changing schedules, road conditions, and emergency situations calmly and swiftly.

Education & Experience:

• Education & Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required (or 1–3 months of related experience/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience). Must pass driver road test and NC criminal background check. Current CPR/First Aid/AED/Oxygen certification required (or obtainable within 60 days).
• Experience & Certifications: Experience in passenger driving, school transit, or youth transport preferred.
• Schedule & Availability: Flexible part-time schedule (traditional shifts: 7:00 AM–9:00 AM and/or 2:00 PM–6:00 PM Monday–Friday); flexibility required for Out of School Days, evenings, and weekends.

Physical Requirements:

• Continuously required to sit for long periods while driving and remain alert to road conditions, passengers, and traffic environments.
• Regularly required to walk, stand, sit on the floor, bend, lean, kneel, and move swiftly in emergencies or during program activities.
• Regularly required to speak concisely, communicate effectively, and maintain visual/auditory acuity to respond to critical safety situations.
• Frequently required to lift and carry supplies, equipment, or food weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Frequent exposure to variable outdoor weather conditions, noise, communicable diseases, and bodily fluids typical in youth program environments

Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting

At our Association, safeguarding children is everyone's responsibility, regardless of role or position. All employees are strictly required to maintain awareness of our abuse prevention and reporting policies. You must take immediate, appropriate action in accordance with our protocols and legal mandates if any standard of safety is compromised or if abuse is suspected.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment-related decisions are based on job-related qualifications, merit, business needs, and other lawful criteria.

Mission: “Helping all people reach their God-given potential in spirit, mind, and body.”