Bus Driver (CDL)

Parishes • Ocala, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bus Driver is responsible for transporting students, teachers, and adults for field trips and ministry events. Drivers are responsible for the safe transportation, loading, and unloading of students, teachers, and adults. The Diocese of Orlando four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by employees: Authenticity: Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily living. Respect: Affirming each person’s God-given dignity and uniqueness. Courage: Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and devotedly. Commitment: Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose.

Requirements

• Requires an appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the policies of the diocese.
• High school diploma or equivalent and five (5) or more years of licensed driving experience.
• Must possess a valid Florida Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and a clean driving history.
• Proven work experience as a School Bus Driver or similar role.
• Clean driving record with no at-fault accidents or traffic citations in the past 6 years.
• Ability to carry out assigned routes on time.
• Ability to operate a bus safely.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Extensive knowledge of vehicle maintenance and the ability to diagnose mechanical problems.
• Excellent time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Transports students and teachers on field trips to various locations; planning necessary route(s) and stops as needed.
• Performs pre- and post-inspections of vehicle/bus to ensure proper operating conditions; ensures adherence to prescribed Department of Transportation standards, and compliance with proper safety standards.
• Services buses with gas, diesel fuel, and oil checks and when necessary, fills tires and batteries.
• Maintains cleanliness of vehicle to ensure operating condition.
• Washes bus as needed.
• Maintains logs as required by supervisor.
• Obeys traffic laws and follows established traffic and transportation procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED