What are the responsibilities and job description for the CUSR Bus Driver position at CHAMPAIGN PARK DISTRICT?
Job Details
Description
SUMMARY
The CUSR Bus Driver is responsible for transporting CUSR participants to locations throughout the community.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Possess the ability to maintain participant discipline and ensure that participant behavior is not a distraction to safe driving
- Ability to work independently and maintain a tight schedule.
- Follow the daily schedule in a timely manner
- Possess a valid Illinois drivers license
- Complete and pass a Park District driving test
- POSITIVE CAN DO TEAM ATTITUDE
Supervision
The CUSR Bus Driver is responsible to the CUSR Manager
Classification
- Non-Exempt, hourly
- Seasonal (not to exceed 6 months)
TRAINING CAN BE OBTAINED THROUGH CHAMPAIGN PARK DISTRICT
- Bloodborne pathogen training
- Mandated Reporter training
- CPR, First Aide, and AED training from American Heart Association or accredited agency
- Harassment Prevention Training
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follow all Park District safety policies and perform all work in a manner that ensures the safety of the public, fellow employees, and themselves
- Provide safe and dependable transportation for all program participants and staff
- Communicate to your supervisor any conflict or issues that arise
- Represent the district in a positive manner when communicating with public
- Follow all rules of the road set by the Illinois Department of Transportation
- Ensure that the bus can be operated safely before driving and conduct pre-trip safety inspection
- Ensure the safety and well-being of participants being transported to and from the different locations
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist program staff with participants as needed.
- Communicate information to the police department as needed.
PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS
- May have to drive under loud conditions created by groups of children.
- Follow a schedule in a timely manner.
PHYSIOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS
- Prolonged hours of sitting.
- Non-air-conditioned bus.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
- May be exposed to summer weather conditions including rain, heat and humidity.
COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS
- Should be safety conscious at all times.
- Must be able to work well with people, and resolve problems fairly and with judgment in keeping with the mission of the district.
- Must be able to respond quickly and accurately in emergency situations.
Qualifications
Salary : $17 - $20