Bus Driver & Janitor-Mission, Texas $20.53

UMOS, Inc.•Mission, TX

12d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the safe transportation of children and the maintenance of the center's facilities and grounds. The role involves driving a bus, performing routine vehicle maintenance, ensuring child safety during transport, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the center, and upkeep of outdoor areas. The Bus Driver/Janitor also serves as a liaison between families and program staff, completes required paperwork, and participates in child safety drills and training. Additionally, the role may involve assisting with recruitment activities, providing support to other locations, and developing bus routes.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Possess a valid CDL Certification with passenger and school bus endorsements.
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.
Employment with UMOS is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
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 screening showing absence of Tuberculosis within 30 days of employment or sooner as required by local/state regulation.
Must complete approved SIDS & Shaken Baby Training prior to working with children.
Fire Extinguisher Training, Infant/Child CPR and First Aid upon hire or prior to transporting children.
Position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

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 problems and replenishing supplies.
Maintain an inventory of janitorial supplies and ensure proper mixing, use, and storage of chemicals according to safety guidelines.
Maintain a current list of children transported and ensure daily attendance is taken for accountability and security.
Participate in child safety checks at the beginning and end of each route, ensuring proper securing of children and reporting any safety concerns.
Serve as a liaison between families and program staff, reporting family information and 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 the cleaning schedule, including emptying trash, cleaning bathrooms, and maintaining air systems.
Maintain outside building grounds, including lawn cutting, trimming, painting, power washing, and snow removal when necessary.
Conduct daily inspections of the playground and equipment, documenting inspections and submitting reports.
Transport and assist with supervision of children and parents during meetings, field trips, and at health clinics.
Participate in training for serving children with disabilities or special needs.
Assist with recruitment plan activities, including recruiting children with disabilities.
Provide support or T/TA to other locations with some travel requirements.
Develop bus routes in coordination with Family Services and Center Manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.