Warlick AfterSchool Bus Driver - CDL

Gaston County Family YMCA; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community organization is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to ensure the safety and well-being of children during transportation. This role is vital in providing safe travel to and from scheduled destinations, while embodying the values of a nurturing and supportive environment. Candidates should possess a Commercial Driver’s License, a passion for working with children, and the ability to maintain professionalism at all times. Join a team committed to strengthening communities and making a positive impact in the lives of children and families.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and hold a valid NC Driver’s License.
• Experience working with children and bus driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of all children during transportation.
• Maintain cleanliness and report maintenance issues of the vehicle.
• Follow all safety rules and emergency procedures.

Skills

Child Safety

Communication Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Education

Commercial Driver’s License

High School Diploma

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Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Program Director and consistent with the Gaston County Family YMCA Christian Mission, the Transportation staff, Commercial Driver’s License Driver, will be responsible for the safety of all participants in their care in a YMCA vehicle.

Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined, aiming to make our community stronger starting with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Driver

• Ensure the safety of all children in your care.
• Set a positive example and be a role model for children.
• Attend all required training sessions.
• Report participant absences to your supervisor.
• Provide safe transportation to and from scheduled destinations.
• Report maintenance issues promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle at all times.
• Follow established routes without deviation.
• Assist children entering and exiting the vehicle to ensure safety.
• Adhere to all safety rules and procedures.
• Conduct daily or weekly vehicle walk-arounds and document them.
• Assist in maintaining the building, grounds, and equipment as needed.
• Follow all program guidelines, training, and emergency procedures.
• Handle children with care, avoiding force and ensuring group control.
• Follow all Staff Code of Conduct rules.
• Understand and promote the YMCA mission.
• Maintain professionalism and avoid inappropriate behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

• Mission Advancement: Demonstrate YMCA values, serve community needs, support fundraising.
• Collaboration: Work effectively with diverse groups, build rapport, listen actively, assist in developing others.
• Operational Effectiveness: Make sound judgments, embrace new ideas, plan and participate actively, follow budgeting policies.
• Personal Growth: Pursue self-development, adapt to change, assess personal strengths and limitations, stay current with skills and technology.

Working Conditions

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit for long periods.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
• Must lift or assist children up to 50 pounds.
• Able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Position may require bending, kneeling, and walking.
• Effective communication skills.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years old.
• Valid NC Driver’s License with no restrictions.
• Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger endorsement.
• Experience working with children.
• Bus driving experience of 6 months or more preferred.