Bus Driver - Part Time

YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Southwest Florida is seeking a Bus Driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for program participants, including students and staff to schools and field trips. The role involves supervising children and ensuring courteous, efficient service.

Candidates must hold a valid Class B CDL with Air Brake Endorsement, be 21 or older, pass background checks, and comply with health and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class B CDL and Air Brake Endorsement.
• 2+ years of experience transporting children preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old and meet background screening requirements.
• Adhere to drug/alcohol policies and licensing health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Exemplifies proper behavior; actively listens to children and shows patience and respect.
• Instructs and guides participants on riding bus rules; disciplines as needed.
• Report unusual incidents or accidents to Transportation Coordinator.
• Maintain neat appearance and follow Association policies.
• Follow safety and cleaning protocols; uphold all safety requirements.
• Complete tasks timely and maintain confidentiality; be a self-starter with high energy.
• Be able to drive safely and communicate effectively with children, families, and staff.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

CDL License

School Bus Endorsements

Child Transportation

Safety and Compliance

Communication with Children

Background Screening

Education

High school Diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Bus Driver will be responsible for providing safe, reliable, courteous and efficient transportation service for our program participants. Transports children and staff to schools, field trips, and other locations as approved by the Director and provide supervision and direction to children.

• Must have a current Class B CDL
• Air Brake Endorsement required
• Driver for afterschool and SKY Academy as needed
• 18.00 per hour without School Bus Endorsement
• 25.00 per hour with School Bus Endorsement

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Exemplifies appropriate behavior and is a role model for participants; actively listens to all children and shows patience, understanding, and respect for others.
• Instructs and guides participants through the rules of riding the bus and ensures adherence; disciplines children within established guidelines of the YMCA and parent, and only when appropriate.
• Immediately reports all unusual incidents or accidents to the Transportation Coordinator
• Will appear clean, neat, and appropriately attired in accordance with the Association’s Policy on personal appearance
• Will adhere to all policies as stated in the YMCA of Southwest Florida Handbook
• Exercises effective problem solving techniques, tackles issues directly and makes timely decisions based upon logical conclusions of factual information
• Completes work in a timely, accurate and thorough manner
• Nothing in this job description restricts management’s job to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time
• Able to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Positive attitude
• Must be a self starter, with high energy and a positive attitude
• Responsible for upholding all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required by my department.
• All other duties as required necessary.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years of experience transporting children highly desirable
• Must possess a valid and active driver's license (Commercial Driver’s License required).
• Ability to meet federal/state/company driving standards (may include license verification, drug testing and driver's test.
• Must meet motor vehicle records clearance requirements.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Successfully meet the Association’s policies on background screening
• Adhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policy
• Must meet all health requirements as required by licensing.
• Understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official questions, and be able to make legible entries on reports and records.
• Be able to drive the vehicle safely.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, families and staff.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Must have compassion for and desire to work with children.
• Employment is contingent upon completing required Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• CDL License Required
• School Bus and Passenger Endorsements required
• High school Diploma or equivalent
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Completion of Redwoods Child Sexual Abuse Prevention training
• Completion of Redwoods Blood Borne Pathogens training
• Staff Safety Requirements/Cleaning Protocols
• Additional training classes as recommended by Supervisor