Mini-Bus Driver

Description
Provides safe transportation to and from program sites while maintaining a supportive and positive atmosphere. May also provide support in other areas as assigned.
Schedule: Monday through Friday 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm; must be able to commit to at least two days per week.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Drives 13-passenger Mini Bus over designated routes safely and in accordance with time schedules, according to YMCA policies and procedures and state laws.
• Pick up and discharge riders, under varying weather conditions, at established stops; reports incidents which may affect safety of passengers.
• Completes thorough before-and-after trip checks each day and record all information. Daily inspection includes tires, lights, signals, mirrors, gauges and wiper blades, safety restraints, fuel and free of debris. Records gas level, mileage, and maintenance on designated forms.
• Cleans out bus each day, includes interior, picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor and wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights as needed.
• Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
• Promotes safety at all times by keeping first aid supplies fully stocked.
• Ensures that bus rules are announced and followed.
• Develops friendly and positive relationships among staff, volunteers, parents, and children.
• Communicates regularly with other staff members and supervisor.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum one-year work experience as a bus driver.
• Must hold a current driver's license which has not been suspended or revoked during the last five years and not caused an accident which resulted in the death of a person.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years old.
• Pass background check as described in 922 KAR 186.018 and or Driver history records through the state transportation agency that issues the driver's license.
• Knowledge of the rules/guidelines related to commercial passenger vehicles (bus).
• Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR and First Aid.
• Desire and ability to work with children.
• Track record of building relationships with staff, volunteers, and parents.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to safely drive a bus for long periods of time.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards & related to the activity.