Bus Driver-Seasonal 2025 Arapahoe NC, Summer 2024-Camp Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer

Camp Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer; Arapahoe (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting seasonal opportunity awaits as a Bus Driver at a renowned camp! Join a vibrant team dedicated to providing safe transportation for children while fostering a supportive environment. As you drive, you'll engage with diverse groups, build relationships, and ensure safety protocols are followed. This role not only allows you to showcase your driving skills but also your ability to connect with children and staff alike. If you're passionate about working with youth and enjoy the outdoors, this position offers a fulfilling experience in a lively camp setting. Don't miss out on being part of a memorable summer adventure!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with 2 years of driving experience.
• Valid CDL with P. Endorsement and Air Brake Endorsement required.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe transportation for children to and from program sites.
• Complete daily trip checks and maintain bus cleanliness.
• Promote safety and maintain first aid supplies.

Skills

Bus Driving

Relationship-Building Skills

Safety Awareness

Communication Skills

Multilingual (desired)

Education

Commercial Driver’s License (Class B CDL)

Basic Life Support Certification

First Aid Certification

Tools

E-log Software

Job description

This position is for seasonal employment from May 16th - August 8th. Supporting Camps transportation needs which are based on weekly programs, but will include evening/Saturday night work, 5-30 hours/wk.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the site specific Director of Operations , the YMCA of the Triangle Bus Driver is responsible for providing safe transportation to and from program sites while maintaining a supportive and positive atmosphere. This position may also provide support in other areas as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Drives bus safely according to YMCA policies and procedures and state laws.
• Completes thorough before-and-after trip checks each day and record all information. Records gas level, mileage, and maintenance on designated forms or App based E-log software. Cleans out bus each day.
• Promotes safety at all times by keeping first aid supplies fully stocked.
• Ensures that bus rules are announced and followed.
• Develops friendly and positive relationships among staff, volunteers, parents, and children.
• Communicates regularly with other staff members and supervisor.
• Other duties and responsibilities assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• As required by insurance and license standards, must be at least 21 years of age, with a minimum of 2 years of driving experience or 20 years of age with 3 years driving experience.
• Must have a valid commercial driver’s license (C lass B CDL) with P. Endorsement and Air Brake Endorsement.
• M ust successfully meet YMCA of the Triangle Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Record, and driver screening requirements.
• Knows the rules/guidelines related to commercial passenger vehicles (bus).
• Safety c ertifications required: Basic Life Support, First Aid . *Must be met within first 30 days of hire.
• Desire and ability to work with children.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse group of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Multi-lingual desired but not required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to safely drive a bus for long periods of time.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
• The YMCA of the Triangle requires employees to comply with all COVID related PPE, cleaning, reporting and prevention expectations efforts. Further training and detail will be provided upon question.