Safety-Centric School Bus Driver for Youth

Metuchen-Edison Ymca; South Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Metuchen-Edison Ymca is seeking a School Bus Driver in South Amboy, NJ. The role focuses on the safety of all passengers and vehicle operations, upholding the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

You will follow health guidelines, manage daily bus operations, confirm openings/closings, and ensure all passengers wear seatbelts while maintaining logs and performing pre-trip inspections. Must be 21+ and able to meet driver requirements.

Qualifications

• Able to meet the Redwoods Vehicle Driver Requirements.
• Able to communicate effectively.
• Must be a minimum of age 21.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all health and safety guidelines are strictly adhered to.
• Ensure the safety of all passengers in bus.
• Arrive on time at scheduled centers.
• Confirm delays and closings with YMCA personnel.
• Bus used only for YMCA transportation as authorized.
• Report any incidents to HR and ED immediately.
• Be a positive role model for children and parents.
• Know and implement emergency procedures.
• Complete accident/incident reports promptly.
• Ensure passengers and drivers wear seatbelts at all times.
• Maintain and submit Vehicle Destination Logs, Gas Logs, and Mileage Logs.
• Perform pre-trip safety inspections and address defects.
• Keep bus gas topped and interior orderly.
• Avoid smoking, eating, and drinking while driving.
• Drive with courtesy; represent the YMCA group.
• Submit maintenance requests for defects.
• Assist children getting on/off the bus.
• Ensure all children exit safely at end of run.

Skills

Communication

Age 21+

DOT requirements

Job description

Metuchen-Edison Ymca is seeking a School Bus Driver in South Amboy, NJ. The role focuses on the safety of all passengers and vehicle operations, upholding the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

You will follow health guidelines, manage daily bus operations, confirm openings/closings, and ensure all passengers wear seatbelts while maintaining logs and performing pre-trip inspections. Must be 21+ and able to meet driver requirements.