Bus Driver II

St. John's United; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John’s United is seeking a dependable driver responsible for safely transporting residents and staff to designated sites within the Billings area. The role requires maintaining vehicle safety, clear communication, and a professional demeanor in all interactions.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid Montana driver’s license, and be willing to be trained on transfers and oxygen operation. CDL endorsement is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Clean driving record and valid MT driver’s license; CDL endorsement preferred.
• Ability to communicate professionally with residents, staff and guests.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports residents and staff members to designated sites.
• Keeps bus/van in safe working condition.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Life Enrichment Coordinator.
• Communicates effectively with residents, coworkers and guests.
• Has daily contact with residents and staff.
• Promotes and delivers high quality service to residents and staff.
• Adheres to the mission of St. John’s Lutheran Ministries.
• Follows safety rules and reports hazards.
• Attends mandatory safety inservices.

Skills

Safe driving

Effective communication

Professional conduct

Navigation skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Google Maps

Microsoft Office

Job description

SUMMARY

This position provides safe transportation of residents and staff members to designated sites.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Safely transports residents and staff members to designated sites.
• Keeps bus/van in safe working condition.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Life Enrichment Coordinator.
• Communicates effectively with residents, coworkers and guests.
• Has daily contact with residents and staff.
• Administers professional conduct with contacts at various sites where residents are transported.
• Establishes a positive rapport with all staff members, residents and outside contacts.
• Promotes and delivers high quality service to the residents, staff members of the facility.
• Understands, supports and adheres to the mission of St. John’s Lutheran Ministries.
• Obeys safety rules of St. John’s United.
• Identifies, reports, and/or corrects obvious safety hazards.
• Attends mandatory safety inservices.
• Supports the growth and actively engages in the Eden Alternative philosophy, including a work environment with plants and animals.
• Let the Mission be your guide.
• Make eye contact and smile.
• Greet & welcome each and every person.
• Seek out personal contact.
• Provide immediate servicelisten & act.
• Use appropriate body language at all times.
• Be gracious to each & every person.
• Follows policy and procedures on annual TB testing.
• Follows policy and procedures on annual influenza vaccinations.
• Attends all mandatory inservices.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Life Enrichment Coordinator or person in charge of area where work is being done.

REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge and skills acquired through completion of high school or GED. Must possess a valid MT Drivers License, CDL endorsement preferred.
• Must possess a good driving record
• Willingness and ability to be trained on transfers, oxygen operation and maintenance, or take the SJU CNA course.
• Must be knowledgeable of the Billings community or have ability to use navigation technology such as Google maps.
• Able to use a mobile phone, computer, and software such as Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to communicate and interact effectively in a professional manner.
• Ability to function independently in performing assigned duties.
• Must be able to respond to management and staff level employees needs in a timely and professional manner.
• Performs job tasks following established procedures and reports problems or concerns to supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires the ability to stand, bend, lift, walk and sit for prolonged periods of time.

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal healthcare environment.

The examples of essential job functions identify the major duties and requirements for the performance of this job and do not identify all duties, responsibilities and requirements performed by positions in this class.