What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver position at IRH - Foley?
Position Overview:
We are seeking a reliable, responsible, and experienced Bus Drivers to transport international students to and from their workplace. The ideal candidate will ensure the safety, comfort, and punctuality of students during their daily commute. This position requires strong communication skills, attention to safety, and a passion for providing a positive experience for students from diverse backgrounds.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely drive a bus along established routes to transport international students between designated pick-up points and their workplace.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all passengers by enforcing safety rules and regulations during transport.
- Provide a positive, welcoming, and professional environment for students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Assist students with boarding and disembarking from the bus, ensuring they are safely seated.
- Maintain knowledge of traffic laws and bus safety regulations to ensure safe operation of the vehicle.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure the bus is in good working condition.
- Report any vehicle issues or maintenance needs to the supervisor.
- Communicate effectively with supervisor, students, and workplaces regarding schedules, delays, or changes to routes.
- Maintain accurate records of daily routes, attendance, and student behavior.
- Follow a strict schedule to ensure timely arrival and departure of students.
Qualifications:
- Valid CDL (Commercial Driver's License) with a school bus endorsement.
- Clean driving record and a strong commitment to safety.
- Previous experience as a school bus driver or in a similar transportation role preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and workplaces.
- Additional language skills (e.g., Spanish, etc.) are a plus.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a positive, patient demeanor.
- Ability to adapt to diverse cultural backgrounds and work in a multicultural environment.
- Availability to work early mornings, afternoons, and evenings based on the seasonal workforce schedule.
- Ability to pass a background check, drug test, and physical exam.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Work Days:
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends only
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22