Bus Driver

St. Michael's Prep; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Michael's Prep is seeking transportation and support bus drivers to transport students to local and out-of-town events.

This part-time, non-exempt hourly position reports to the Assistant Director of Auxiliary Operations, Transportation and Asset Management and collaborates with SMP drivers to keep vehicles safe, clean, and ready for scheduled trips. The role includes local and occasional trips to Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, with a typical early- or late-day schedule, and requires

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class B with P endorsement.
• At least one verifiable year of bus driving experience.
• Age 25+ for insurance purposes and ability to pass background check and drug test.
• Ability to interact professionally with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Drive students and staff to local and out-of-town events, including athletic events, retreats and field trips.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report safety or maintenance concerns.
• Fuel buses and assist with routine vehicle prep and fleet-related tasks.

Skills

CDL Class B with P endorsement

Professional interaction with students

Bus driving experience

Job description

About our School

St. Michael’s Catholic Preparatory School is an outstanding co-educational Independent Catholic school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade on two adjacent campuses in Austin, Texas. The Lower School is comprised of PreK 3-4th grades, the Middle School houses grades 5-8, and the Upper School contains grades 9-12. St. Michael's Prep is a Christ-centered, college preparatory learning community, inspiring lives of service, courage, personal integrity, and intellectual curiosity. We are distinguished by our Catholic tradition, a welcoming and diverse community, excellent academic programs and a variety of extracurricular activities. Faculty and staff at St. Michael's Prep further serve as role models that inspire students to critically think, reflect, explore and apply their faith concretely to their lives. We are one community, on two campuses, with three divisions, united in our commitment to put students first as we educate them in mind, body, and spirit.

Description

St. Michael’s Catholic Preparatory School is an outstanding co-educational Independent Catholic school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade on two adjacent campuses in Austin, Texas. The Lower School is comprised of PreK 3-4th grades, the Middle School houses grades 5-8, and the Upper School contains grades 9-12. St. Michael's Prep is a Christ-centered, college preparatory learning community, inspiring lives of service, courage, personal integrity, and intellectual curiosity. We are distinguished by our Catholic tradition, a welcoming and diverse community, excellent academic programs and a variety of extracurricular activities. Faculty and staff at St. Michael's Prep further serve as role models that inspire students to critically think, reflect, explore and apply their faith concretely to their lives. We are one community, on two campuses, with three divisions, united in our commitment to put students first as we educate them in mind, body, and spirit.

Primary Responsibilities

St. Michael's Prep is seeking transportation and support bus drivers to transport students to both local and out-of-town-events. This is a part-time non-exempt hourly position. The position reports to the Assistant Director of Auxiliary Operations, Transportation and Asset Management and works with the other SMP drivers to ensure vehicles are safe, clean, properly prepared, and available for scheduled transportation needs.

Job Details

• Drive students & staff to both local and out-of-town events. These events include but are not limited to: athletic events and competitions, retreats, and academic field trips as needed.
• Routes include trips to locations in and around Austin, and occasionally Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Local trips will be a minimum of four (4) hours.
• The driver's schedule will depend on the schedule of events, but is usually scheduled a minimum of two (2) weeks prior.
• Complete required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and promptly report safety, mechanical, or maintenance concerns.
• Fuel buses and assist with routine vehicle preparation before scheduled trips.
• Assist with routine transportation and fleet-related tasks.

Requirements

Required Experience, Degree, and Skills

• Qualified candidates must have a valid CDL Class B with P endorsement.
• Candidates also must have at least one (1) verifiable year of experience operating a bus or comparable vehicle.
• Candidates must be at least 25 years old for insurance purposes and be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background check (fingerprinting) and drug test.
• Ability to interact professionally and appropriately with students and staff.

St. Michael’s Catholic Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants for employment and all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, application for military service, or any other status protected by applicable law