Bus Driver

City of Concord • Concord, NC

5d

About The Position

The Bus Driver transports participants to and from designated destinations and ensures their safety while on the bus and throughout each trip. The driver inspects and reports vehicle conditions before and after each trip, assists with overseeing participants and their belongings, and communicates with trip coordinators and passengers about safety requirements.

The role includes safe operation of the bus in compliance with road laws; vehicle inspections and reporting maintenance needs; maintaining vehicle cleanliness; and communicating policies and procedures to campers and staff while documenting camper infractions. Other similar duties may be assigned as required.

Requirements

• Valid North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License.
• Must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices.
• Knowledge of commercial vehicle operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Skill in operating a commercial vehicle.
• Communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange or convey information and receive work direction.
• Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, walking, lifting, carrying, sitting, reaching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, climbing, balancing, bending, crouching, using foot controls, seeing, hearing, and talking.
• Ability to exert up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, and/or walk or stand to a significant degree.

Responsibilities

• Drive participants to and from designated destinations safely and in compliance with road laws.
• Communicate with the trip coordinator and convey safety requirements to passengers.
• Inspect the bus before and after each trip, checking for damage and the proper functioning of gauges, fuel and hydraulic lines, pumps, lights, sounds, tire pressure, and airways; report issues or needs.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness by checking seats, racks, and floors for belongings, sweeping, removing trash, and replacing or requesting cleaning supplies.
• Assist with overseeing participants and their belongings.
• Communicate policies and procedures to campers and staff and document camper infractions.
• Perform other similar duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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