Responsible for providing safe transportation while operating the YMCA bus on assigned routes.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
- Ability to drive for periods up to 8 hours.
- Exposure to indoor/outdoor elements.
- Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
- Ability to observe participant activities in order to enforce safety regulations and policies and procedures
- Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Minimal exposure to the illnesses of school age children.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Be at 21 years of age or older.
- Has a record of safe driving
- Ability to communicate effectively with children, staff and management
- Must be energetic, motivated, and have good common sense
- Be a positive role model
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Ensures the safety of all people on bus
- Perform documented safety checks before using bus
- Abides by all federal, state and municipal traffic laws
- Maintains First/Aid kit and report if item is needed
- Communicates effectively with management team
- Attends job related training and staff development meetings
- Maintain good relationship between the YMCA, the school and the community
- Accurately estimates travel time and traffic patterns to be punctual
- Helps to maintain the bus in good working condition including reporting problems
- Maintain adequate fuel in the bus and fill as needed
- Responsible for recording daily mileage, fuel consumption, and attendance
- Responsible to keep the bus clean and tidy
