Volunteer CDL Bus Driver

LifeWise Academy • Archbold, OH

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About The Position

The Volunteer CDL Bus Driver provides safe and reliable transportation for public school students and LifeWise volunteers to and from the LifeWise site. The driver is expected to be responsible and punctual, maintain a clean driving record, and help create a safe environment for children. Duties also include maintaining and inspecting the bus, completing LifeWise Academy training, and optionally volunteering in the LifeWise classroom if agreed upon with the director.

Requirements

• Have a mature personal Christian faith in agreement with the “What We Believe” section of the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith.
• Actively participate in and be committed to a local church whose doctrine aligns with the “What We Believe” section of the LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith.
• Hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and have been continuously licensed for the past three years.
• Hold a CDL with a passenger vehicle (P) endorsement.
• Be 21–80 years of age.
• Have a clean driving record with no at-fault accidents or traffic citations within the last five years.
• Undergo and pass a LifeWise Academy background check.
• Undergo and pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and clear the FMCSA Clearinghouse check.
• Complete drug and/or alcohol testing as required, including pre-employment, annual random tests, and testing following traffic accidents.
• Drivers with known medical conditions must obtain a yearly underwriter-approved Physician's Statement.

Nice To Haves

• School bus (S) endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Transport children and LifeWise volunteers to and from the LifeWise site.
• Obey traffic laws.
• Maintain the cleanliness and mechanical safety of the bus.
• Perform regular bus inspections.
• Refuel the vehicle as needed.
• Create and maintain a safe environment for children.
• Enforce safety rules for students.
• Assist students with entering or exiting the vehicle as needed.
• Demonstrate a calm and caring demeanor.
• Be aware of which students need help or are misbehaving.
• Complete training required by LifeWise Academy.
• Volunteer in the LifeWise classroom if agreed upon with the director.

What This Job Offers

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