What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver position at Community Action Program for Central Arkansas?
Job Description
Job Description
STATEMENT OF THE JOB : Under the overall supervision of the Early Childhood Director and the direct supervision of the Center Manager, carries out all duties and responsibilities as related to the transportation of children and maintenance of designated vehicles and facilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Maintain a professional attitude at all times with staff, parents, volunteers and children.
- Work with Supervisor in designing bus routes. Drive bus on designated route morning and afternoon five days a week.
- Responsible for safe transportation of children as they board, ride and leave the bus and returned to their parents or other authorized adult.
- Responsible for the maintenance of buildings, grounds and bus(es) in a professional and timely manner, including, but not limited to :
- changing air filters in HVAC units
- monthly fire extinguisher checks
- watering, mowing, trimming and weed-eating
- seeing that buses are in good operating condition at all time and for reporting any problems to the direct supervisor
- Clean and safe environment inside and outside the bus through regular cleaning.
- Participate in the required Random Drug and Alcohol Testing for Bus Drivers.
- Participate in a combination of classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel instruction training prior to transporting any children. This training involves the following :
- operating the vehicle in a safe and efficient manner;
- safely running a fixed route;
- administering basic first aid in case of an injury;
- handling emergency situations, including vehicle evacuation procedures;
- operating special equipment such as a wheelchair lift; assistance devices or special occupant restraints;
- conducting routine maintenance and safety checks of the vehicle;
- orientation on the goals and philosophy of Head Start and how they are implemented by the program.
- Maintain accurate records regarding their bus and children who are being transported. The record-keeping includes :
- Accident reports
- Pre- and post-trip inspections for the operation of the vehicle
- Regular ongoing maintenance records
- Contact information for release of a child to a parent or guardian
- Establish written fixed bus routes and if necessary, alternate routes
- Collaborate with the Bus Monitor to teach children safe riding practices and safety procedures on and off the bus.
- Maintain their assigned vehicle and ensure that appropriate safety inspections have been completed for its operation as required by state laws.
- Must have an annual evaluation that includes an on-board observation of their performance while driving a bus route.
- Perform minor repairs, as necessary, to ensure safe facilities.
- Responsible for completion of Maintenance / Work requests in a timely manner and submitting completed orders to Supervisor.
- Responsible for setting up facility for special activities in a timely manner.
- Assist in moving supplies, furniture or equipment as needed.
- Responsible for data management of transportation and designated areas.
- Assist in the avoidance or appearance of fraud and ensure compliance in the Transportation area and the overall management of the Center.
NON- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS :
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Receive a $1,000.00 / w CDL or Van Driver $500.00 New Hire Incentive following a satisfactory 90-day job performance review.
Start Date : ASAP
16.38 per hour
Hours of work : 5 : 30AM -10 : 00AM / 1 : 00PM - 4 : 30PM
Break 10 : 00AM-1 : 00PM
Salary : $16
