Bus Driver & Janitor - Plymouth, Wisconsin ($22.70/HR)

UMOS, Inc.•Plymouth, WI

26d•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, manages vehicle operating expenditures, and assists with recruitment activities. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

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.
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.
Employment is contingent upon 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 problems and replenishing supplies.
Maintain an inventory of janitorial supplies and ensure proper posting and accessibility of "Right to Know" and MSDS information.
Ensure chemicals are properly mixed, used, and stored according to the Hazard Communication Program and handle contagious spills according to bloodborne pathogens policy.
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 children are secured properly and no child is left alone on the bus.
Serve as a liaison between families and program staff, reporting family information/concerns to the appropriate team member and Center Manager.
Complete all required paperwork, including maintaining and tracking vehicle operating expenditures, maintenance repairs, etc.
Conduct monthly bus evacuation drills with assistance and submit reports to the Center Manager.
Maintain the center in a clean and sanitary condition according to cleaning schedules and UMOS procedures, including trash removal, cleaning bathrooms, sweeping, mopping, waxing floors, and monthly upkeep of HVAC systems.
Maintain outside building grounds, including lawn cutting, trimming, painting, power washing, debris pick-up, and ice/snow removal.
Conduct daily inspections of playground and equipment, removing debris or harmful plants, and documenting the inspection.
Transport and assist with supervision of children and parents during meetings, field trips, health clinics, and as assigned.
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.