CDL Bus Driver

YMCA of Greater Springfield•Springfield, MA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Transportation Director, this role involves driving a school bus or van for youth education services, and maintaining and managing School Bus, Van and Monitors. The position requires safely operating a school bus on assigned routes, including for Y-AIM evenings, and ensuring compliance with all city, state, and federal regulations regarding vehicle operations and student transport. The driver is responsible for daily pre- and post-trip checks, recording vehicle information, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring first aid supplies are stocked. Promoting safety by announcing and enforcing bus rules, developing positive relationships with staff, volunteers, parents, and children, and communicating regularly with the supervisor are key aspects of the role. The position also requires attending all safety and vehicle operations training, serving as a mandated reporter, and ensuring the safety of youth on the bus with assigned monitors. Other duties as assigned are also part of the role.

Requirements

High School or equivalent.
CDL B license with an "S" Endorsement (must remain in good standing and meet all training, physical, and federal requirements as a condition of employment); 7D license accepted if working towards CDL.
First Aid, AED, CPR certified.
A satisfactory driving record and ability to demonstrate defensive driving.

Nice To Haves

Training on site for CDL and 7D Van Driver Certifications

Responsibilities

Safely and effectively operate a school bus on assigned school or trip-related routes; drive for Y-AIM evenings.
Follow and help enforce all city, state, and federal regulations around vehicle operations and the transport of students, members, or participants.
Completes thorough pre-and-post trip checks each day and record all information.
Records gas level, mileage, and maintenance on designated forms.
Cleans out bus each day.
Promotes safety by keeping first aid supplies fully stocked.
Ensures that bus rules are announced and followed.
Develops friendly and positive relationships among staff, volunteers, parents, and children.
Communicates regularly with other staff members and supervisor.
Attend all training and in-services around safety, vehicle operations, and staffing.
Serve as a mandated reporter within our transportation operations.
Ensure the safety of youth on the bus in conjunction with the bus monitor(s) assigned to their vehicles.
Performs other duties as assigned.