BUS DRIVER at Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County – Lauderhill, Florida

CDL Bus Driver

Position Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, 10-12 hrs. per week

Description

Bus drivers are responsible for transporting members from school to the Boys & Girls Club facility. This position provides transportation for after school routes and special events.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

This position’s primary responsibilities are:

• Operate vehicles safely and professionally
• Transport members, following pre-planned routes per a definite time schedule during the school year
• Drive vehicles carefully and in compliance with traffic regulations
• Assume responsibility for the safety of children in loading, unloading and while transporting them
• Instruct members in safety precautions and practices
• Maintain discipline of passengers; report any unruly behavior to a supervisor
• Clean bus interior daily
• Perform daily preventative maintenance checks
• Keep operational records up to date and report issues to supervisor
• Participate in Bus safety pre trip inspections

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend relevant staff meetings and training events
• May participate in additional special programs and/or events
• Evenings/weekend work may be involved
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Must have a CDL license Class B or above w/ air brake and passenger endorsements and/or be willing to attain CDL within the first 60 days of employment

Education - High School diploma or GED

Dependable and safe driving history

CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain (Will Train)

Ability to pass DCF Level II background screening and drug test

Experience and Qualifications

• Experience working with or transporting children preferred
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior issues
• Ability to organize and supervise members while maintaining a safe environment
• Ability to work with the public
• Experience driving transit buses is a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position generally works M – F, 1:30PM – 4:30PM; however, may require longer hours outside of this schedule and occasional weekends when necessary for field trips. Work is conducted indoors and outdoors.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to hear at a normal conversational level
• Ability to maintain high energy level when necessary
• High degree of emotional intelligence
• Ability to work in various weather conditions—hot, cold, rainy, etc.