Vehicle Driver

LifeWise Academy; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

LifeWise Academy is seeking a part-time LifeWise vehicle driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. The ideal candidate is punctual, has a clean driving record, and a mature Christian faith aligned with our Statement of Faith.

Responsibilities include transporting volunteers, maintaining bus safety and cleanliness, performing inspections, and supporting students with boarding.

Qualifications

• Mature Christian faith aligned with LifeWise SoF.
• Active church involvement aligned with LifeWise beliefs.
• Valid regular driver’s license and continuous licensure for 3+ years.
• CDL with Passenger Endorsement for 15+ passenger vehicles.
• Age 21–80; annual medical statement for drivers over 75.
• Background check and MVR clearance required.
• Undergo and pass drug/alcohol testing per policy.

Responsibilities

• Transport children and LifeWise volunteers to/from LifeWise site.
• Obey traffic laws and maintain vehicle safety and cleanliness.
• Perform bus inspections and refuel as needed.
• Create a safe environment and enforce safety rules.
• Assist students entering/exiting bus; stay calm and caring.
• Volunteer in LifeWise classroom if approved by Director.

Skills

Mature Christian faith aligned with So

Active church involvement

Regular driver’s license

Licensed at least 3 years

Special licenses

CDL with Passenger Endorsement

15-passenger van license requirements

Age 21–80

Medical statements for >75

Background checks

Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)

Drug/alcohol testing compliance

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

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