Volunteer CDL School Bus Driver - Safe Student Transport

lifewisecareers; Pataskala (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeWise Academy is hiring a CDL bus driver to transport children and volunteers to and from the LifeWise site. You will ensure safety, maintain vehicle cleanliness and perform regular inspections in accordance with LifeWise policies.

Requirements include a CDL with passenger vehicle endorsement (P), potentially a school bus endorsement (S), a clean driving record, and successful completion of background and FMCSA checks as well as drug/alcohol testing.

Qualifications

• 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
• CDL 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
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with endorsement for driving a passenger vehicle (P) required
• School bus (S) endorsement preferred
• Age 21-80 years of age
• Any CDL driver above the age of 75 is required to submit a copy of their CDL license and (P) Passenger Endorsement annually via support ticket
• Clean driving record with no at-fault accidents or traffic citations within the last five years
• Undergo and pass a background check through LifeWise Academy
• Undergo and pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and clear the FMCSA Clearinghouse check
• Complete drug and/or alcohol testing as required. Drug testing will be conducted for pre-employment, annual random tests and following traffic accidents.
• All drivers with known medical conditions are required to obtain a yearly underwriter-approved Physician's Statement

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 with entering or exiting the vehicle as needed
• Demonstrate a calm and caring demeanor
• Be aware of which students need help or are misbehaving
• Complete training required by LifeWise Academy
• Volunteer in the LifeWise classroom if agreed upon with the director

Skills

Clean driving record

Background check clearance

FMCSA Clearinghouse

Drug testing compliance

Age 21–80

Education

CDL with passenger endorsement (P)

School bus endorsement (S) preferred

Job description

LifeWise Academy is hiring a CDL bus driver to transport children and volunteers to and from the LifeWise site. You will ensure safety, maintain vehicle cleanliness and perform regular inspections in accordance with LifeWise policies.

Requirements include a CDL with passenger vehicle endorsement (P), potentially a school bus endorsement (S), a clean driving record, and successful completion of background and FMCSA checks as well as drug/alcohol testing.