Bus Driver

Job Summary:

We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Bus Driver to transport children to and from our Head Start program. The ideal candidate will have a valid commercial driver's license, a good driving record, and experience driving a bus or similar size vehicle.

Responsibilities:

• Transport children to and from our Head Start program in a safe and timely manner.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment inside and outside the bus.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on the vehicle.
• Collaborate with the Bus Monitor to teach children safe riding practices and safety procedures on and off the bus.
• Participate in the required Random Drug and Alcohol Testing for Bus Drivers.
• Participate in a combination of classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel instruction training prior to transporting any children.
• Maintain accurate records regarding bus and children who are being transported.
• Perform minor repairs, as necessary, to ensure safe facilities.
• Responsible for completion of Maintenance/Work requests in a timely manner and submitting completed orders to Supervisor.
• Responsible for setting up facility for special activities in a timely manner.
• Assist in moving supplies, furniture or equipment as needed.
• Responsible for data management of transportation and designated areas.
• Assist in the avoidance or appearance of fraud and ensure compliance in the Transportation area and the overall management of the Center.

Requirements:

• Educational Requirements: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience Requirements: Three months experience driving a bus or similar size vehicle. Must have a good driving record. Experience in minor repairs, lawn and building maintenance. Basic computer skills.
• Physical Requirements:

• Must be at least 25 years of age.
• Able to pass tuberculosis screening.
• Valid commercial driver's license with a school bus endorsement or be capable of obtaining a commercial driver's license with a school bus endorsement.
• Successfully pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam prior to employment and annually thereafter.
• Successfully pass drug screening prior to employment.
• Have access to transportation with liability insurance and willing to use vehicle for Agency related travel. Able to travel out of area overnight.
• Able to hear and communicate orally with children and adults.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Some items may occasionally exceed this limit, use necessary protective equipment and/or get help as needed.

Personal Traits:

• Be in sympathy with the concepts of the Head Start Program.
• Able to keep confidential information without inappropriately divulging it.
• Have planning and organizational abilities to problem solve and provide leadership whenever an emergency occurs.
• Able to make decisions and work without continual close supervision.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary, paid holidays, annual leave, and sick days, as well as employer-provided life insurance, medical insurance supplement, education assistance, 401K with match, and more.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information].