CDL Bus Driver for Youth Programs & Field Trips

YMCA; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas is seeking a CDL Bus Driver to provide a safe, caring environment for school age and camp participants. You will transport children to and from schools and field trips, conduct pre-trip and weekly vehicle inspections, and maintain logs in accordance with policies.

Qualifications include a Virginia CDL Class C with Passenger endorsement, DOT medical card, TB test, and CPR/First Aid. Experience with children is preferred; background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess Virginia CDL Class C with Passenger endorsement and air brakes.
• Complete DOT CDL physical and drug test.
• Driving record must meet insurer requirements.
• At least 1 year of driving commercial vehicles with passengers; child experience preferred.
• Proof of negative TB test within 2 years.
• CPR/First Aid/AED/O2 certification within 30 days of hire.
• Complete required trainings: NEO, Bloodborne Pathogens, CAP, Sexual Harassment.
• Background checks: criminal, DSS fingerprint, CPS check.

Responsibilities

• Transport an assigned group of children to and from designated schools and/or field trips.
• Maintain cleanliness of the vehicles, conduct pre-trip inspections, weekly inspections as assigned, and complete all required logs and documentation regarding the vehicles.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Follow department Platinum standards.
• Maintain a positive and respectful manner of communication with children, staff and parents.
• Act as an ambassador of the YMCA in behavior and relationships established therein.
• Carry out other related duties as deemed necessary by the Youth and Family Services Director and branch administration to assure the overall success of the program and safety of the children and staff.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication with children

Emergency response

Professional conduct

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Virginia CDL Class C with Passenger endorsement

DOT medical card / drug test

TB test

Job description

The YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas is seeking a CDL Bus Driver to provide a safe, caring environment for school age and camp participants. You will transport children to and from schools and field trips, conduct pre-trip and weekly vehicle inspections, and maintain logs in accordance with policies.

Qualifications include a Virginia CDL Class C with Passenger endorsement, DOT medical card, TB test, and CPR/First Aid. Experience with children is preferred; background checks are required.