CDL Bus Driver

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Skilled work in the operation of light and heavy shuttle and school bus type vehicles in transporting club members to and from the Club sites.
KEY ROLES
•Transports members to and from Club site, following a preplanned route according to a definite time schedule.
•Regulates heating/air equipment and ventilation of bus for comfort of passengers.
•Drives bus carefully and in compliance with policies and with traffic regulations.
•Assumes responsibility for the safety of club members in loading, unloading and transporting them to and from Club sites.
•Instructs club members in safety precautions and practices.
•Signals club members when to cross street or highway and assures that youth are safely across upon departure from bus.
•Builds positive relationships with club staff and school district staff at designated school site pick up areas
•Maintains discipline; reports unruly behavior to supervisor.
•Inspects and sweeps bus.
•Checks water, gas, oil and mechanical condition before leaving on run. Reports delays and accidents.
•Keeps operational records and makes simple reports. Reports defects or problems with vehicle to supervisor.
•Assures bus meets regular maintenance schedules.
•Performs related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
•Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations, and of the precautions necessary to avoid accidents.
•Must have a clear driving record
•Ability to operate a bus in a safe and economical manner.
•Ability to understand and carry out instructions and to perform work requiring good physical condition.
•Ability to relate to club members, parents, staff and school system personnel.
•Ability to complete various forms and records, including updated route sheets, time sheets, field trip forms, incident and accident reports, etc.
•Training and Experience: Graduation from high school or completion of GED.
•Training on highway safety rules and regulations.
•Licenses or Certifications: Must be able to pass all requirements for State of Texas CDL Driver License. Must have passenger endorsement. School Bus Safety endorsement encouraged.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal: Maintains close, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), and supervisor to receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpret guidelines/instructions.
External: Maintain contact with members, families and the general public to give and obtain information, either in response to inquiries or as instructed by supervisor.
SKILL/EDUCATION REQUIRED:
•High School diploma or equivalent
•CDL license with Passenger and School Bus Safety endorsements
•Good communication skills, both verbal and written
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
•Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
•Ability to sit/drive motor vehicle for extended periods of time
•Exposure to outdoor weather conditions