CDL BUS DRIVER - ROBERTS

Job Description

Job Description

CDL Bus Driver - Robert's Learning Center

Position Type:  Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Pay Rate:  $18 - $22

Description

This position provides transportation for after-school routes and special events.  There are also opportunities for full-time driving during Spring Break and Summer.

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

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

Education

High School diploma or GED

Current state-issued Commercial Driver’s License (B) with P Endorsement

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, 2.5 - 3 hours per day between the hours of 9 AM - 5 PM; however, may require longer hours outside of this schedule and occasional weekends when necessary. Full-time driving may be available during Spring Break and during the Summer.  Work is conducted indoors and outdoors.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as mandated by Florida Statute 435.12. For more information, please visit the Clearinghouse Applicant Education and Awareness website: