Van Driver

Woodcraft Rangers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Lifecraft program

Upward mobility

Health, dental & vision

403(b) retirement plan

Pet insurance

Mission-driven work

Job summary

Woodcraft Rangers, a Los Angeles nonprofit serving TK-12 youth, seeks a part-time Van Driver to transport students between school locations. Routes run Monday–Friday with occasional weekend events; you will perform a pre-trip safety check and ensure students are safely seated in compliance with California law.

I deal candidates are reliable and detail-oriented, with a valid CA driver's license (CDL preferred) and CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid CA driver's license required.
• CDL preferred; CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Pick up program students from assigned locations.
• Ensure students are safely secured and transported in van according to California driving laws
• Safely transport students to locations, following school and traffic rules
• Create and contribute to positive atmosphere
• Administer the "Van Driver Trip Safety Check" prior to each trip

Skills

Valid CA driver's license

CDL preferred

Passenger endorsement preferred

Satisfactory driving record

CPR & First Aid

Tuberculosis test

Travel to field locations

Weekend/evening availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Van Driver

Reports To: Director of Operations

Status: Part-time; Non-Exempt

Hours of Operation: Varies, dependent on program scheduled events

Hourly Range: $22.00 (based on experience and qualifications)

Are you passionate about giving back to your community and making a lasting difference in the lives of young people?

Who We Are:

In 1922, Woodcraft Rangers opened its doors in Los Angeles and began its mission of guiding young people as they explore pathways to purposeful lives. As a progressive organization, Woodcraft has always been responsive to the evolving needs of the communities served, and is notably inclusive, youth-led, and rooted in the Woodcraft Way, a holistic framework that develops body, mind, spirit, and service. Continuously at the forefront of expanded learning opportunities, Woodcraft Rangers has a rich history of making a significant impact in the greater Los Angeles area, believing that all youth are innately good, deserve the opportunity to realize their full potential, and should be an active participant in defining their own path.

What We Do:

Woodcraft Rangers provides TK-12 expanded learning programs, including before and after school, specialty enrichment, and summer learning. In the past few years, Woodcraft has expanded its menu of services beyond traditional afterschool programs and summer camps to include early learning, environmental and social justice, college access, and inclusion services for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Additionally, we offer LifeCraft, a college and career advancement program to support the development of approximately 2,250 staff. Today, Woodcraft Rangers serves more than 30,000 youth ages 4 to 18 each year across 150 plus Title I schools in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties, and continues to expand its reach.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and analytical, with the drive to take on new challenges. They work well both independently and as part of a team, can manage multiple priorities at once, and have excellent communication skills.

Why Work for Woodcraft Rangers:

• Competitive salary - $22.00
• Lifecraft program - free college & career advancement for all staff
• Upward mobility - promote-from-within culture
• Health, dental & vision - comprehensive benefits coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan - invest in your future
• Pet insurance - because your whole family matters
• Mission-driven work - impact 30,000 + young people annually

Role Overview:

The van driver will operate company owned vans to transport students from multiple school locations. Van pickups will occur Monday-Friday and weekends as scheduled. The van driver will be responsible for picking up and dropping off students from different locations and conduct a "Van Driver Trip Safety Check" prior to each scheduled trip.

Responsibilities:

• Pick up program students from assigned locations.
• Ensure students are safely secured and transported in van according to California driving laws
• Safely transport students to locations, following school and traffic rules
• Create and contribute to positive atmosphere
• Administer "Van Driver Trip Safety Check" prior to each trip

Qualifications/Skills:

• A high school diploma, or equivalent
• Valid CA drivers License
• Valid California Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is preferred
• Passenger (P) endorsement preferred
• Have a satisfactory driving record
• Tuberculosis test
• Ability to occasionally travel to field locations
• Available to work on weekends and evenings
• CPR & First Aid Certifications (acquired within 60 days of hire date)

Physical Demands:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following physical demands may be essential for the effective performance of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Frequent sitting, driving, using hands to handle or feel the steering wheel
• Frequent standing is required during working hours
• The ability to travel across the Great Los Angeles area, using either a car or public transportation, is necessary several times a month.
• Regular use of hands for various tasks, such as operating a computer and handling objects, is essential.
• Must be able to occasionally lift/move up to 40 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment:

We are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and will actively consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to effectively perform their roles. This position operates in environments typical of the following key aspects:

• Regularly exposed to an operating vehicle

Woodcraft Rangers provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief, color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breastfeeding), age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, transitioning status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. We also prohibit discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.