Volunteer CDL Bus Driver for Safe Student Transport

lifewisecareers; Princeville (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeWise Academy is seeking a CDL bus driver to provide safe transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. The ideal candidate is responsible and punctual and has a clean driving record.

Responsibilities include transporting students and volunteers, maintaining bus safety, conducting inspections, and enforcing safety rules. A CDL with passenger endorsement is required, and annual background and drug tests apply.

Qualifications

• CDL with endorsement for driving a passenger vehicle (P) required.
• School bus endorsement preferred.
• Age 21–80 years; CDL holder over 75 must submit CDL copy annually.
• Clean driving record with no at-fault accidents or traffic citations in last 5 years.
• Background check through LifeWise Academy; drug and/or alcohol testing required; yearly physician's statement if any medical condition.

Responsibilities

• Transport children and LifeWise volunteers to/from the LifeWise site.
• Obey traffic laws and maintain bus cleanliness and safety.
• Perform regular bus inspections and refuel as needed.
• Create a safe environment for children and enforce safety rules.
• Assist students entering/exiting the vehicle; remain calm and caring.
• Complete LifeWise Academy training and participate in classroom volunteering as agreed.

Skills

Safe driving

Punctual

Safety awareness

Student support

Job description

LifeWise Academy is seeking a CDL bus driver to provide safe transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. The ideal candidate is responsible and punctual and has a clean driving record.

Responsibilities include transporting students and volunteers, maintaining bus safety, conducting inspections, and enforcing safety rules. A CDL with passenger endorsement is required, and annual background and drug tests apply.