Bus Driver
About The Position
The Bus Driver transports patients to and from the health center along specified routes, assigned stops, and scheduled times, while providing courteous and professional service. The driver follows bus safety regulations and takes precautions to protect passengers, employees, equipment, and property when loading and unloading. The role also includes vehicle inspections and upkeep, reporting incidents and delays, and complying with health center policies and procedures. Refuah Health Center is a federally qualified health center providing comprehensive care in Rockland and Sullivan Counties. The organization has more than 100 healthcare professionals and three decades of experience, with a focus on accessible and affordable care for low-income and high-risk residents. The listed location is 728 N Main St, Spring Valley, NY. Refuah describes its team as collegial, its facilities as modern, and its schedules as flexible to support work-life balance. Refuah Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
- Meet DMV 19A requirements.
- Have a minimum of two years’ experience as a bus operator.
- Have excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Comply with and support health center regulations and policies.
- Be able to drive in inclement weather, such as light snow or rain.
- Have a clean driving record.
- Be able to sit for long periods of time.
- Have a valid New York State Commercial Driver License, minimum Class B.
Responsibilities
- Transport patients to and from the health center according to specified routes, assigned stops, and schedules.
- Transport patients and employees with the greatest care and take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect people, equipment, and property.
- Open and close the entrance door and keep it securely closed while the bus is moving.
- Operate the bus at a safe speed and follow the established route and schedule.
- Stop in the right-hand lane at designated bus stops when loading or discharging passengers, where the bus is clearly visible from both directions.
- Instruct passengers who need to cross the road to walk at least 10 feet in front of the bus, stop before reaching a position in line with the bus’s left side, and wait for the driver’s signal before crossing.
- Stop at railway grade crossings, open the bus entrance door and driver’s window, and determine when it is safe to cross the tracks.
- Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus interior and exterior.
- Report accidents, delays, and driver absences to the Transportation Manager.
- Maintain and perform regular vehicle upkeep, including fueling, checking and adding oil, cleaning the interior and exterior, and other required maintenance.
- Comply with applicable policies and procedures and support the Compliance Program.
- Perform other duties as required to contribute to organizational operations.
Benefits
- Flexible schedules for work-life balance.
- Collegial team of coworkers.
- Five modern state-of-the-art facilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
