Bus Driver
About The Position
This position supports the YMCA’s work as a nonprofit committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Bus Driver safely transports children from school to afterschool program sites and transports summer camp participants to and from activity locations. The position may also provide support in other areas as assigned. Typical school-year hours are 2:00–4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional early-release dates. Typical day-camp hours are 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional longer or shorter hours. The position is part-time and pays $20.00–$22.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 21.
- Ability to interact effectively with passengers of all ages and backgrounds.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
- Excellent driving skills and knowledge of traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Clean driving record with no history of major violations or accidents.
- Valid CDL, Class B (Commercial Driver’s License), with passenger endorsement.
- Obtain CPR, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen certifications within 60 days of employment.
- Complete Child Abuse Prevention, Bloodborne Pathogens, and Sexual Harassment training before the first shift.
- Passion for the YMCA mission and commitment to serving the community.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds at a time.
Responsibilities
- Drive the bus safely in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures and state laws.
- Complete and record thorough before-and-after trip checks each day.
- Record gas level, mileage, and maintenance on designated forms.
- Clean the bus each day.
- Promote safety by keeping first-aid supplies fully stocked.
- Announce bus rules and ensure they are followed.
- Develop friendly, positive relationships with staff, volunteers, parents, and children.
- Communicate regularly with other staff members and the supervisor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
