Bus Driver

IMG Academy • Bradenton, FL

7d

About The Position

The Bus Driver plays a vital role in delivering safe, dependable, and timely transportation for student-athletes, visitors, staff, and parents. This position emphasizes safety, professionalism, and exceptional guest service, ensuring every passenger has a positive and secure travel experience. Position Responsibilities Responsible for safely operating and maintaining school bus and transportation vehicles while delivering outstanding guest service Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and accurately complete trip reports as requiredEngage regularly with students, guests, and visitors in a professional and courteous manner Serve as a positive role model, promoting a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment Follow established policies related to student discipline, vehicle safety, and emergency procedures Maintain compliance with all applicable State and Federal DOT regulations Complete required documentation, including Vehicle Inspection Reports and driver logs, with accuracy and timeliness Operate communication and navigation equipment such as cell phones, two-way radios, and GPS devices effectively Maintain vehicle cleanliness, including routine interior and exterior cleaning and vacuuming Demonstrate flexibility in operating various vehicles, including vans, trams, and buses, as needed Report and document any incidents, concerns, or irregularities during transportation Adhere strictly to all traffic laws and safety regulations Follow all company policies, procedures, and ethical standards Perform additional duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills and Ability Ability to safely operate a range of vehicles, including vans, trams, and buses Ability to read and interpret road signs and safety information in English Strong understanding of and compliance with State and Federal DOT regulations Effective communication skills in English, both verbal and written Ability to build and maintain professional, positive relationships with students, parents, guests, and colleagues CPR and First Aid certification is a plus Demonstrated strong work ethic and reliability Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills Collaborative mindset with a willingness to support team success Strong written and verbal communication abilities Previous experience in commercial, school bus, or shuttle driving preferred Required Valid CDL driver’s license with passenger endorsement Driving record that meets company standards Physical Demands and Work Environment Ability to lift, move, push, and pull equipment or boxes weighing over 40 lbs Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions for extended periods Ability to move throughout campus environments, including gyms, turf, and fields Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays #LI-SA1

Requirements

• Ability to safely operate a range of vehicles, including vans, trams, and buses
• Ability to read and interpret road signs and safety information in English
• Strong understanding of and compliance with State and Federal DOT regulations
• Effective communication skills in English, both verbal and written
• Ability to build and maintain professional, positive relationships with students, parents, guests, and colleagues
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and reliability
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to support team success
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Valid CDL driver’s license with passenger endorsement
• Driving record that meets company standards
• Ability to lift, move, push, and pull equipment or boxes weighing over 40 lbs
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions for extended periods
• Ability to move throughout campus environments, including gyms, turf, and fields
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Nice To Haves

• CPR and First Aid certification is a plus
• Previous experience in commercial, school bus, or shuttle driving preferred

Responsibilities

• Safely operating and maintaining school bus and transportation vehicles while delivering outstanding guest service
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and accurately complete trip reports as required
• Engage regularly with students, guests, and visitors in a professional and courteous manner
• Serve as a positive role model, promoting a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment
• Follow established policies related to student discipline, vehicle safety, and emergency procedures
• Maintain compliance with all applicable State and Federal DOT regulations
• Complete required documentation, including Vehicle Inspection Reports and driver logs, with accuracy and timeliness
• Operate communication and navigation equipment such as cell phones, two-way radios, and GPS devices effectively
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, including routine interior and exterior cleaning and vacuuming
• Demonstrate flexibility in operating various vehicles, including vans, trams, and buses, as needed
• Report and document any incidents, concerns, or irregularities during transportation
• Adhere strictly to all traffic laws and safety regulations
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and ethical standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed