PT Bus Driver

HOFFMAN ESTATES PARK DISTRICT 8038•Hoffman Estates, IL

11d•$22 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The bus driver is responsible for safely transporting park district participants and park district staff to specified locations. Drivers are scheduled on an as needed basis, often needed for "School Days Off" programming.

Requirements

Must possess a valid Illinois CDL license with a Passenger Endorsement.
Must maintain a driving record that meets District requirements for operating District vehicles.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable, job-related background screenings.
Demonstrate consistent attendance and on-time arrival.
Ability to safely operate equipment required to complete assigned tasks.
Demonstrates the ability to interact with the public and fellow employees in a polite, professional, and businesslike manner.
Willingness to become familiar with and adhere to all Employee Safety Manuals.
Ability to perform additional duties as assigned.
Be able to enjoy working with people and make them feel good about themselves.
Be able to be flexible and work under stressful conditions.
Be able to work under supervision and direction of supervisors.
Be able to work closely with staff.
Be able to work well with public.
Be able to have physical contact with public.
Be able to work outdoors in extreme heat and cold.
Be able to read and understand written materials and manuals.
Be able to follow rules and verbal instruction.
Be able to demonstrate good safety awareness and judgment.
Be able to demonstrate creative programming skills.

Responsibilities

Pick up and transport program participants in the most economical way regarding time and mileage.
Wear a safety belt and give verbal instructions to passengers to do the same.
Assist participants on and off vehicle when necessary.
Observe all specifications regarding personal appearances, daily vehicle check, driver report sheets, time sheets and emergency procedures.
Follow the written policy and procedure manual for transportation program and observe all regulations.
Follow specific instructions from the Program Manager regarding special outings and field trips.
Be familiar with the operation of a wheelchair lift and provide special assistance to non-ambulatory participants so that they may gain access to and from the bus (in the event it is necessary to borrow a vehicle with such equipment).
Refuel the vehicle at the completion of service.
Maintain a clean vehicle including the interior and exterior.
Do a sweep of the vehicle after every trip to be certain on one has left any items behind.
Empty trash bags after each trip.
Demonstrate and support park district customer service standards.
Follow district and departmental safety, personnel, and administrative policies, procedures and ordinances.
Be familiar with the Employee Safety Manual.
Be familiar with the safe operation of any equipment necessary in accomplishing required tasks.
Responsible for providing all injury, illness and health information required by the Hoffman Estates Park District in its effort to assign tasks within an individuals capacity to prevent potential injury/illness.
Responsible for notification of injury or illness relating to a task assignment as described with the Employee Safety Manual.