BUS DRIVER

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF LANIER•Gainesville, GA

67d•$20 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Part-Time Seasonal Position for a Bus Driver at the Joseph F. Walters Club. The role involves driving a bus to transport passengers over specified routes according to a time schedule, inspecting and maintaining the vehicle, and assisting with club programs when not driving or maintaining the van. The position requires 16 to 20 hours of work weekly.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Must be age 25+
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must have a valid medical certificate (pass D.O.T. physical every two years)
Must pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and pass testing done at random, post accident and for reasonable suspicion after employment.
Must have a CDL Class C valid driver’s license (and certify that a driver’s license only from one state is held and that license is not currently suspended, revoked or canceled an ANY state).
Safe driving record as documented by a clean five-year MVR.
Combined experience and/or formal training equivalent to minimum of three years where: Experience driving a vehicle to transport passengers, preferably in a van or minibus, in a city and urban environment required.
Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.
Able to read and interpret written information.
Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems.
Ability to assist in program areas by giving and following instructions and supervising members in a safe environment.

Responsibilities

Reviews organization’s transportation policy and procedure.
Inspects vehicle for gas, oil and water and corrects safety hazards.
Obtains and reviews routes.
Completes driver/vehicle checklist.
Communicates to passengers’ safety rules and expected behavior during travel, including “no smoking or eating” in the minibus.
Insures passenger numbers do not exceed available seats.
Observes passengers and enforces their safely entering/leaving the van.
Practices safe driving by adhering to speed limits and local traffic regulations.
Maintains order and discipline of club members.
Serves as role model for youth.
Inspects vehicle and reports safety hazards and maintenance needs.
Completes Vehicle Trip Information Report.
Insures vehicle is serviced according to service schedule.
Inspects vehicle daily for repair and maintenance needs and takes action to resolve problems.
Completes incident report on injuries that occur on the bus.
Reports delays or accidents; completes required reports.