Bus Driver/Janitor - Migrant Child Care Program (Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin)

UMOS, Inc.•Plainfield, WI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the Migrant Child Care Program in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. The role involves driving a bus to transport children and performing janitorial duties to maintain the center and its grounds. The job requires adherence to safety protocols, maintenance of vehicles and facilities, and communication with families and program staff.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Possess a valid CDL Certification with school bus endorsement.
Ability to work irregular and/or flexible hours.
Be insurable in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations.
Must have a reliable car, valid driver’s license, and adequate insurance.
Must have a current DOT physical and possess a current DOT medical card or complete a DOT physical exam prior to transporting children.
Must submit to a pre-employment drug/alcohol test.
Must complete a TB test showing absence of Tuberculosis within 30 days of employment.
If transporting children for Migrant Seasonal Head Start must complete approved Shaken Baby Training prior to working with children.
Fire Extinguisher Training, Infant/Child CPR and First Aid upon hire or prior to transporting children.
Positions require occasional pushing, handling boxes, bending, reaching, and standing for long hours.
Position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Successful completion of a criminal background check prior to starting.

Nice To Haves

Experience in transporting young children preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and conduct maintenance of vehicles, including seasonal start-up inspections, routine maintenance, and final inspections.
Conduct daily walk-around inspections of vehicles before and after use, reporting issues and replenishing supplies.
Maintain an inventory of janitorial supplies, ensuring proper posting of safety information and correct mixing, use, and storage of chemicals.
Maintain a current list of children transported and ensure daily attendance is taken for accountability and security.
Supervise, provide technical assistance, and offer input on performance evaluations for Bus Monitors.
Participate in child safety checks at the beginning and end of each route, ensuring children are secured and addressing safety concerns.
Serve as a liaison between families and program staff, reporting family information/concerns to the appropriate team members.
Complete all required paperwork, including tracking vehicle operating expenditures and maintenance repairs.
Conduct monthly bus evacuation drills with assistance, document results, and submit reports.
Maintain the center in a clean and sanitary condition according to schedules, including emptying trash, cleaning bathrooms, sweeping/mopping floors, and maintaining HVAC systems.
Maintain outside building grounds, including lawn cutting, trimming, painting, power washing, debris removal, and snow removal.
Conduct daily inspections of the playground and equipment, removing debris and documenting inspections.
Transport and assist with supervision of children and parents during meetings, field trips, and at health clinics.
Participate in trainings for serving children with disabilities or special needs.
Report suspected child abuse and neglect according to state law and UMOS policies.
Develop bus routes in coordination with Family Services and the Center Manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.