Van/Bus Driver

Proudworks; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Proudworks in Northern Kentucky seeks a dependable van/bus driver to transport clients safely to jobs, medical appointments, and activities. You will follow timetables and assist passengers, including those with disabilities, while maintaining logs and vehicle cleanliness.

We offer full-time roles with split shifts and part-time options for non-emergency medical runs. A valid license, clean driving record, and excellent navigation skills are required to support our community-focused

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• At least one year of driving experience to perform the job safely.
• Excellent navigation skills and proficiency in using navigation applications to find locations.
• Time management and organizational skills to stay on schedule.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients.
• Physical stamina and good upper body strength to transport, move or assist clients with disabilities. Drivers must be able to bend, crouch, squat, and be able to push wheelchairs without restriction.
• Ability to be licensed and or certified as needed for areas of responsibility.
• Physical stamina and strong mobility to clean vehicle as needed and assist all passengers as needed.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position approximately 80% of the time with approximately 20% of time spent assisting passengers on and off the vehicles.
• Full time will require 30+ hours worked each week.

Responsibilities

• Operation of vans, buses, or other vehicles for client employee transportation.
• Research and plan for traffic, weather and/or construction.
• Maintenance of assigned vehicles in accordance with vehicle maintenance procedures.
• Maintain appearance of vehicle both inside and out; vacuuming, mopping, cleaning windows.
• Ensure log contained in vehicle is maintained: mileage, purpose of trips, gas and oil use.
• Driving in a safe and responsible manner; be courteous to other drivers and passengers.
• Maintain certification and/or licensure as needed.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Move about inside an office to access filing cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Maintain a clean driving record and notify supervisor of incidents.
• Interact professionally with dignity, respect, and proper courtesy with program staff.
• Communicate information clearly to transportation coordinator or staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned within transportation department.

Skills

Valid Driver’s License

Clean driving record

Driving experience

Navigation skills

Time management

Communication/interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Licensing/certification as needed

Mobility to clean vehicle and assist

Stand/move for 80% of day

Full-time hours + 30+ per week

Job description

Expected to drive safely along designated routes obey all (local, state and federal) traffic laws, safety procedures and transit regulations. Pick up and drop off passengers at designated locations and medical appointments. Assisting passengers with disabilities to get into the van or bus as needed. Follow all appropriate timetables referenced in the BAWAC standard of conduct guidelines while on duty. This role will require split shift work schedules for full time status. Part time shifts available for non-emergency medical runs.

Van Bus Operation

• Operation of vans, busses, or other vehicles for client employee transportation.
• Research and plan for traffic, weather and/or construction
• Maintenance of assigned vehicles in accordance with vehicle maintenance procedures. All maintenance slips are turned into the maintenance coordinator for vehicles in need of repair.
• Maintain appearance of vehicle both inside and out. This requires vacuuming, mopping, and keeping all windows clear and clean. Use car or truck wash assigned by the manager. Enforce regulations of no smoking, eating, or drinking. Clean inside as deemed necessary.
• Ensure log contained in vehicle is maintained: all mileage, purpose of trips, gas and oil use.
• Driving in a safe and responsible manner. Be courteous to other drivers on the road in addition to all passengers and aids being transported.
• Maintain certification and or licensure as needed.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside an office to access filing cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Maintain clean driving record from accidents, citations, or other incidents that may reduce insurability. (Notify Transportation Manager immediately of any accidents or citations.)
• Interact and converse professionally with dignity, respect, and proper courtesy, and follow program plan specifications as notified by transportation coordinator.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information sufficiently to transportation coordinator or staff of various programs or providers regarding client behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required within the transportation department.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• At least one year of driving experience to perform the job safely
• Excellent navigation skills and proficiency in using navigation applications to find locations
• Time management and organizational skills to stay on schedule
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients
• Physical stamina and good upper body strength to transport, move or assist clients with disabilities. Drivers must be able to bend, crouch, squat, and be able to push wheelchairs without restriction.
• Ability to be licensed and or certified as needed for areas of responsibility.
• Physical stamina and strong mobility to clean vehicle as needed and assist all passengers as needed
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position approximately 80% of the time with approximately 20% of time spent assisting passengers on and off the vehicles.
• Full time will require 30+ hours worked each week.

ABOUT PROUDWORKS

Proudworks has been serving individuals and businesses in Northern Kentucky since 1973, initially established as the Boone Adult Work Activity Center (BAWAC), led by our founding President & CEO, Ken Schmidt. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we are focused on transforming barriers into opportunities—helping people live, learn, work, and thrive in the community.

Through our Community Rehabilitation Services (Adult Day Training), we support individuals in building job & life skills, confidence, and meaningful community connections. Our Supported Employment program connects individuals to competitive jobs, providing personalized coaching and ongoing support to help them succeed in the workplace.

Our Production department partners with local and regional businesses to deliver high-quality assembly, packaging, and fulfillment work—creating valuable, real-world work experiences for people with disabilities. In addition, our Transportation team provides safe, reliable access to programs, employment, and medical appointments, helping remove one of the biggest barriers to independence.

For more than 52 years, Proudworks has continued to evolve to meet the needs of our community—driven by a commitment to inclusion, opportunity, and impact, and made possible through the dedication of our clients, staff, partners, and supporters.

BENEFIT PROGRAM

Featured benefits for full-time team members include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Pet insurance and pet discount program
• 401(k) plan
• Generous paid time off policy
• Generous holiday schedule

Equal Opportunity Employment
Proudworks and Current HR ("organizations") provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the organizations comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which it has operations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and compensation.