CDL Bus Driver

The Blood Connection•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

The CDL Driver / Bus Deployment Driver transports, deploys, stages, picks up, and returns bloodmobiles and mobile collection vehicles in support of mobile blood drive operations. The role focuses on vehicle movement, logistics support, and operational readiness of mobile collection assets, rather than donor-facing collection functions. Drivers ensure buses are properly staged, supplied, fueled, and returned according to operational standards, and maximize productive driving time throughout the workday. Drivers generally do not remain onsite during blood drive operating hours unless specifically directed by management. The position operates within a two-bus daily model. Assignments may include deploying or returning two to three buses, or deploying one bus in the morning and returning another in the afternoon. Drivers on split AM/PM schedules return to the garage after morning deployment, clock out after those assignments, and return later for afternoon pickups.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license and valid CDL driver's license, with no major infractions and dependable transportation.
Ability to operate large commercial vehicles safely.
Ability to lift and move supplies and equipment.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to follow written procedures and operational instructions.

Nice To Haves

One year of job-related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Transport bloodmobiles and mobile collection vehicles between garages, staging areas, and blood drive locations.
Deploy and/or return at least two buses daily, completing AM deployment and PM pickup assignments as scheduled.
Stage buses at blood drive locations, park according to site instructions and Trip/Drive Sheets, connect shore power, and deploy stairs when applicable.
Return vehicles safely and efficiently to assigned garages or mobile depots.
Verify supply carts and pods are appropriately loaded and required supplies are present before deployment.
Ensure refrigerators are stocked with beverages and backup drinks, and verify large sharps containers are present and not full before deployment.
Replace sharps containers and replenish drinks during the PM return process as needed.
Secure equipment and supplies during transport.
Complete Fleetio pre-trip vehicle inspections and immediately report vehicle issues, maintenance concerns, or damage.
Refuel buses to full upon return, verify DEF fluid levels, and maintain assigned vehicles' cleanliness and organization.
Handle blood coolers and blood products according to operational procedures and follow designated transfer procedures based on return location.
Complete required documentation accurately and on time, wear gloves, and follow safety procedures when handling blood products.
Follow scheduled AM deployment and PM pickup assignments, including split AM/PM schedules when assigned.