Vehicle Driver

lifewisecareers; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

LifeWise Academy is seeking a part-time LifeWise vehicle driver to transport public school students to and from the LifeWise site with a strong focus on safety and reliability.

The role requires a mature Christian faith, a clean driving record, and a current regular driver’s license with potential CDL endorsement depending on vehicle size. Background checks, MVR, and annual physician statements for older drivers are part of the process.

Qualifications

• Must have a mature Christian faith in agreement with LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith.
• Active participation in a local church whose doctrine aligns with LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith.
• Regular driver’s license (copy may be kept on file).
• Licensed continuously for past three years.
• Appropriate special licenses: CDL with passenger endorsement for >15 seats; 15-passenger van requires no special license.
• Age 21–80 years.
• Drivers over 75: annual Physician’s Statement. CDL drivers over 75: provide CDL copy and endorsement annually.
• Background check through LifeWise Academy; Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
• All drivers with medical conditions must obtain yearly physician’s statement.
• Drug/alcohol testing for pre-employment, annual random tests and after accidents.

Responsibilities

• Transport children and LifeWise volunteers to and from the LifeWise site.
• Obey traffic laws.
• Maintain the cleanliness and mechanical safety of the bus.
• Perform regular inspections of the bus.
• Refuel the vehicle as needed.
• Create and maintain a safe environment for children.
• Enforce safety rules for students.
• Assist students entering/exiting the vehicle as needed.
• Demonstrate a calm and caring demeanor.
• Be aware of students needing help or misbehaving.
• Volunteer in LifeWise classroom if allowed by Director.

Skills

Mature faith

Punctual

Safe driving

Clean driving record

Background check

MVR check

Drug/alcohol testing

Education

Regular driver’s license

CDL with passenger endorsement (P)

CDL not required for 15-passenger van

Job description

Overview

As a LifeWise vehicle driver, you will provide safe and reliable transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. Our ideal candidate is responsible and punctual and has a clean driving record.

Qualifications and Experience

• A mature personal Christian faith in agreement with the \"What We Believe\" section of the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith


• Active participation in and commitment to a local church whose doctrine aligns with the \"What We Believe\" section of the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith


• Regular driver's license (a copy may be kept on file by the LifeWise program)




• The driver is required to have been continuously licensed for the past three years




• Appropriate special licenses




• Vehicles seating more than 15 passengers: Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with endorsement for driving a passenger vehicle (P)


• 15 passenger van: no special license required




• Age requirement: 21-80 years of age




• Van Drivers over the age of 75: Submit an annual Physician's Statement via support ticket


• CDL Licensed Drivers over the age of 75: Submit a copy of their CDL license and (P) Passenger Endorsement annually via support ticket




• Any driver above the age of 75 is required to submit additional documentation as follows:




• Clean driving record with no at-fault accidents or traffic citations within the last five years. If the candidate does have at-fault accidents or traffic citations, contact your Program Coach who will then reach out to the HR Team to determine the candidate's employment eligibility.




• Undergo and pass a background check through LifeWise Academy


• Undergo and pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)


• All drivers with known medical conditions are required to obtain a yearly underwriter-approved Physician's Statement (refer to this Physician's Statement from Brotherhood Mutual).


• Complete drug and/or alcohol testing as required. Drug testing will be conducted for pre-employment, annual random tests and following traffic accidents.

Job Responsibilities Overview

• Transport children and LifeWise volunteers to and from the LifeWise site


• Obey traffic laws


• Maintain the cleanliness and mechanical safety of the bus


• Perform regular inspections of the bus


• Refuel the vehicle as needed


• Create and maintain a safe environment for children




• Enforce safety rules for students


• Assist students with entering or exiting the vehicle as needed


• Demonstrate a calm and caring demeanor


• Be aware of which students need help or are misbehaving




• Volunteer in the LifeWise classroom if agreed upon with the Director

LifeWise Academy's hiring practices and EEO Statement are fully in compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the \"religion\" section of employment discrimination laws for religious organizations and permits them to give employment preference to members of their own religion. LifeWise Academy is in that category.

Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Employment Type: Part-Time

Grid Level: 1a