Mini Bus Driver | YMCA of the Triangle

YMCA; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of the Triangle in Raleigh, NC seeks a Mini Bus Driver to provide safe transportation for program sites and support to other areas as needed. The role requires a clean driving record and a positive approach when working with children and families.

You will perform pre- and post-trip checks, keep accurate records, follow safety procedures, and communicate with staff to ensure smooth operations and excellent service.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with at least 2 years driving experience, or 20 with 3 years driving experience.
• Must have a valid Class C Driver's License.
• Knowledge of rules for commercial passenger vehicles (bus).
• Must meet YMCA background and motor vehicle checks and pass driver screening requirements.
• Must obtain Basic Life Support and First Aid within 30 days of hire.
• Desire and ability to work with children.
• Ability to relate to diverse groups.
• Multilingual is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Drives bus safely according to YMCA policies and state laws.
• Completes before-and-after trip checks daily and records information; records gas level, mileage, and maintenance; cleans bus.
• Promotes safety by keeping first aid supplies stocked.
• Ensures bus rules are announced and followed.
• Develops positive relationships among staff, volunteers, parents, and children.
• Communicates with staff and supervisor.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Child interaction

Diversity awareness

Education

Driving license (Class C)

Job description

• Base Pay $15.00 / Hour
• Job Category Operations & Logistics
• Employee Type Part-Time Non-Exempt

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Regional Transportation Supervisor, the Mini Bus Driver provides safe transportation to and from program sites while maintaining a supportive and positive atmosphere. This position may also provide support to other areas as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 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. 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.

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 Class C Drivers License.
• Knowledge of the rules/guidelines related to commercial passenger vehicles (bus).
• Must successfully meet YMCA of the Triangle standards for criminal background and motor vehicle checks as well as pass driver screening requirements.
• Must obtain required certifications through the YMCA of the Triangle in Basic Life Support and First Aid within first 30 days of hire.
• Desire and ability to work with children.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Multi-lingual desired but not required.

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.