Part Time Bus Driver

A PLACE CALLED HOME • Los Angeles, CA

46d • $24 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

At A Place Called Home, our mission is to inspire, encourage, and support the young people in South Central Los Angeles to achieve social-emotional and economic success. We envision a world where your zip code does not determine your future; where all children have the opportunity to find happiness and success. APCH serves more than 700 youth annually through holistic programming that includes academic support, arts, athletics, workforce development, and mental health services. In addition, APCH engages more than 12,000 community members each year through special events and community-based initiatives, all provided at no cost. Our 32,000-square-foot campus now features a wide range of dedicated spaces, including a teen center, athletic field, commercial kitchen, garden, dance studio, recording studio, art gallery, and theater, reflecting our evolution into a vital community hub.

SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Senior Director of Administrative Services the Bus Driver will transport members for A Place Called Home as needed. The Part Time Bus Driver plays a vital role in supporting A Place Called Home's mission by providing safe, reliable, and positive transportation experiences for youth participating in educational programs, field trips, enrichment activities, and special agency events. More than a driver, this position serves as a trusted representative of APCH, helping create a welcoming and supportive environment where members feel safe, respected, and valued. Working closely with the Transportation Assistant Manager and program staff, the Part Time Bus Driver ensures vehicles are safely operated and well maintained, transportation schedules run efficiently, and all state and agency safety requirements are followed. This role also provides operational support through vehicle inspections, basic administrative assistance, in-kind donation pickups, and collaboration across departments to help deliver exceptional programs and services to youth and families. The ideal candidate is a dependable, safety-focused professional with excellent customer service and communication skills who enjoys working with young people and is committed to making a meaningful impact in the community.

Requirements

• Minimum one (1) year of experience safely operating large passenger vehicles, preferably transporting youth or school-age passengers.
• Valid California Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Valid California School Bus Driver Certificate (or ability to obtain prior to employment, if applicable).
• Current Medical Examiner's Certificate (DOT Medical Card) required.
• Clean driving record with an acceptable DMV Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Excellent Oral Communication Skills
• Dedicated to Excellence
• Professionalism
• Time Management
• Customer Service
• Collaborative Skills
• Conflict Resolution/Problem Solving
• Mission-Driven
• Able to work in a dynamic and high noise level environment typical of a youth center and or transporting youth
• Frequent sitting
• Continual use of vision as required by driving exam
• Able to work well with diverse populations of employees and clients
• Solution-oriented team player who both promotes and practices a growth mindset
• Provides exemplary customer service and welcoming hospitality

Nice To Haves

• Defensive Driving certification or training preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

• Pick up/drop off students to designated destinations
• Transport members on field trips
• Ensure students and staff adhere to safe transportation practices
• Report any safety or mechanical concerns to the Senior Director of Administrative Services and Transportation Assistant Manager immediately
• Ensure vehicles are kept clean (inside and out)
• Fill vehicles with gas as needed
• Plan and monitor routes for maximum efficiency
• Communicate any delays or changes in schedule with school partners, APCH Membership team members, Senior Director of Administrative Services, Transportation Assistant Manager and any other relevant parties
• Provide administrative assistance to Transportation Coordinator
• Pick up in-kind donations as requested
• Adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards and values at all times
• Assist with the supervision of members during program hours, special events, and field trips
• Attend all required program meetings and events
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and agency events outside of regular business hours, as needed.
• Able to communicate and convey accurate information
• Submit to Drug and Alcohol testing as required by the state and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCAS)
• Submit to random alcohol and drug testing as required by the Agency’s Consortium
• Enroll in the Agency’s California DMV Employer Pull Notice (EPN) Program
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including but not limited to pregnancy), gender expression, gender identity or sexual orientation, military and veteran status, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, citizenship national origin, age, physical and/or mental disability or genetics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed