Youth Resident Camping- Camp Driver

YMCA of Metropolitan Washington•Edgewater, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the Metropolitan DC area, serving as an anchor in the community by offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This seasonal Camp Driver position at YMCA Camp Letts in Edgewater, MD, runs from June through August 2025. The role involves being a supply courier, driving staff for camp business and errands, and transporting staff to and from the airport and on their days/nights off. It is an opportunity to join an amazing summer experience that is more than just a job.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age
Hold a valid drivers license
Employment is contingent on Insurance Company check through the Dept. of Transportation for any traffic violations and camp’s driving record/background check
Free of health problems that would effect safely driving a motor vehicle
Must be comfortable operating a 12 passenger bus/van
Ability to work on a team, relate and work well with others
Self starter and organizer
Ability to accept guidance, direction and supervision
Proficiency in the safe and proper use of vehicles and safety equipment, tools, and basic vehicle maintenance equipment and tools
Ability to understand and implement safety regulations and procedures
Ability, both visual and auditory, to identify safety hazards and monitor staff behavior and enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures
Ability to drive long hours and recognize unsafe driving conditions
Ability to safely and properly use vehicle tools and equipment
Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the camp operation
Relocate to Edgewater, MD 21037 before starting work

Responsibilities

Being a supply courier (as needed)
Driving staff to conduct camp business/errands (outside of camp)
Transport staff and pick up staff at airport
Transport staff on their days/nights off as needed
Safely transport staff
Run the camp errands in town
Keep documentation on repairs and service on all vehicles
Drive staff on day trips, requiring driving a 12 passenger bus/van
Give passengers a safety orientation and visibly check seatbelts prior to leaving on a trip
Verify all passengers on the logistics sign out sheet
Drive staff to/from the airport (BWI/Dulles/National)
Make regular town (Annapolis, MD) runs
Keep the bus/van clean and filled with gasoline
Ensure that all safety equipment is in the vehicle and operable
Make sure that daily safety checks are done on the vehicles and documented in vehicle log (Fluid levels, Lights, Horns, Brakes, Tires, Windshield and wiper condition, Mirrors)
Communicate vehicle needs as appropriate to Camp Director/Associate Executive Director
Conduct yourself in a professional manner when dealing with the staff or public