School Bus Driver

DESCRIPTION Operate Rancho Cielo bus and vans to assure safe transportation of program participants to and from various destinations. EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt, Part-Time-on call 20+ hrs SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Supervised by the Executive Director EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: • In conjunction with the Program Coordinators, develops an appropriate morning and afternoon route to transport participants from multiple Rancho Cielo programs to and from campus each school day. • Drives regular route each school day (morning and afternoon) • Manages driving routes, using good judgment in agreeing to pick up additional participants who call for morning rides • Ensure participants riding the bus arrive on campus prior to program start time • May drive to and from special events on an as-needed basis • Assumes responsibility for care and maintenance of bus. Washes bus exterior and cleans interior. Alerts fleet manager when vehicle maintenance and repair is necessary. • Maintains bus inspection and log • Maintains service log for bus • Works safely and abides by established safety rules • Oversee participant behavior on the bus and enforce behavior rules; adequately document inappropriate participant behavior • Performs other duties as required STANDARDS & QUALIFICATIONS • California Class B Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement required • Must be 18 years of age or older, with a clean driving record Knowledge of: • Rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment • Basic automotive maintenance procedures • CPR/First Aid certification desirable Ability to: • Operate a van or small bus • Adhere to all traffic laws • Understand and follow oral and written instructions • Work in a team environment • Work in an enthusiastic and encouraging way with young people • Maintain a safe and productive work environment • Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with all students • Establish and maintain accurate records and prepare reports • Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test, as well as upon reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug and alcohol tests. • Maintain a sense of humor!! www.ranchocieloyc.org for an application