Substitute Driver

Bizzell Group; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Bizzell Group in New Haven, Connecticut is seeking a dedicated transportation professional to transport students and staff for various educational and recreational purposes. The successful candidate will possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ensure safe driving practices. A High School Diploma or equivalent, along with a valid State Driver’s License (Class CDL or willingness to obtain CDL), is required. This role plays a crucial part in fostering a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• High level of time management skills; punctual with routes.
• Ability to demonstrate safe driving habits and practices.
• Must pass DOT medical exam.

Responsibilities

• Transport students to various locations for activities.
• Operate Center bus and maintain cleanliness.
• Ensure student behavior meets standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Driving skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer functions

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Description

About Us

The Bizzell-Group: ?New Haven Job Corps is a career training center dedicated to empowering young adults through education, hands‑on experience, and personal development. Our program provides a supportive environment where students can gain the skills, certifications, and confidence needed to pursue rewarding careers. With a focus on both academic achievement and practical training, we partner with local employers and community organizations to ensure our graduates are prepared to meet the demands of today’s workforce.

Description

• Transports students to various cities by bus for recreational and educational purposes.
• Transports students to various medical centers.
• Transports equipment and/or commodities by vehicle to the Center.
• Transports students for other various reasons.
• Transports staff to and from commercial carriers.
• Transports students to various community relations work projects.
• Operates Center bus as required.
• Cleans vehicles and reports mechanical conditions.
• Transports vehicles to various maintenance centers.
• Ensures acceptable student behavior is demonstrated.
• Works towards meeting performance standard goals.
• Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.
• Adheres to required property control policies and procedures.
• Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), Bizzell’s policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.
• Demonstrates and abides by The Bizzell Grpup’s core values and operating principles.
• Models, mentors, monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.
• Helps students become more employable through continuous reinforcement.
• Participation in PRH mandated staff training is mandatory. Failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information.
• Very high standard of communication skills both written and verbal for the presentation of facts and ideas.
• Shows professional non‑verbal body language and actively listens to others.
• Action oriented. Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision making, flexibility, and problem solving.
• Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization.
• Shows attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency.
• Continually seek ways to improve employment service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth.
• Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills when interacting with others. Abides by The Bizzell Group’s Healthy Workplace Environment policy.
• Acts as team player and builds professional relationships with coworkers to achieve goals.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Computer Literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat.

High level of time management skills; punctual with routes.

Ability to demonstrate safe driving habits and practices; following all state and national safety regulations and standards.

Ability to pass DOT medical exam.

Minimum of one-year of driving multiple passengers experience.

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Valid State Driver’s License – Class CDL or willingness to obtain CDL.