CDL Bus Driver for School Routes and After-School Programs

Ymca-of-Southwest-Florid; Bradenton (FL); 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 children and staff to schools, field trips, and other approved locations. Responsibilities include supervising children, enforcing safety rules, reporting incidents promptly, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness.

Requires Class B CDL with air brake endorsement; pay is $18/hour without endorsement and $25/hour with endorsement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience transporting children
• Must possess a valid and active driver’s license
• CDL license and school bus endorsements required
• Air Brake Endorsement required
• Background screening as per policy
• Health requirements as required by licensing

Responsibilities

• 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
• Maintains a clean, neat appearance in accordance with the Association’s policy
• Adheres to all policies in the YMCA of Southwest Florida Handbook
• Completes work in a timely, accurate and thorough manner

Skills

Valid driver's license

CDL license

Excellent communication

Education

High school Diploma or equivalent

Job description

YMCA of Southwest Florida is seeking a Bus Driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for program participants, including children and staff to schools, field trips, and other approved locations. Responsibilities include supervising children, enforcing safety rules, reporting incidents promptly, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness.

Requires Class B CDL with air brake endorsement; pay is $18/hour without endorsement and $25/hour with endorsement.