Bus Drivers

YMCA of the Black Hills•Rapid City, SD

About The Position

The Bus Driver transports children participating in YMCA afterschool programs from local schools to the YMCA facility and back home. The role supports a safe, reliable, and positive transition from school to program activities, and requires a friendly, patient presence that helps children feel comfortable and secure. The driver complies with YMCA transportation policies and state and local codes, follows safety protocols, maintains a timely and accident-free route, and ensures the proper use and maintenance of the vehicle, equipment, supplies, and materials. Responsibilities also include keeping the vehicle clean inside and out, communicating and reinforcing passenger safety rules, completing vehicle-use logs after each route, and accurately completing incident and accident reports according to staff training. The position involves coordinating with families, program coordinators, and staff, adapting to changing schedules and routes, and maintaining a calm demeanor in unexpected situations. Hours are Monday through Friday between 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., for approximately 10–15 hours per week, with possible additional hours for earlier snack runs and field trips. A valid Class B CDL with passenger endorsement, a clean driving record, a passion for working with children, and the ability to pass a background check are required.

Requirements

Valid Class B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.
Clean driving record.
Genuine passion for working with children.
Ability to pass a background check.
Commitment to YMCA values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a bus driver, particularly in a school or childcare setting.

Responsibilities

Transport children from local schools to the YMCA facility for afterschool programs and back home safely.
Ensure the safety and security of children throughout transportation and comply with YMCA policies and state and local codes.
Conduct routes in a timely and accident-free manner.
Maintain and properly use the vehicle, equipment, supplies, and materials, including keeping the vehicle clean inside and out.
Communicate and positively reinforce passenger safety rules.
Complete the vehicle-use log after each route and accurately complete incident and accident reports in accordance with staff training.
Coordinate with families and help manage passengers while fostering trust and familiarity with children.
Adapt to changing schedules, routes, and program needs while maintaining a calm and patient demeanor.
Collaborate with program coordinators and staff to support children's transition from transportation to program activities.