What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver / Full-time position at Westminster Communities of Florida?
Westminster Suncoast, a beautiful active living retirement community located in St. Petersburg is currently recruiting for a full-time dependable Bus Driver with Passenger Endorsement to join our team. Rates starting at $18.86/hour and up plus excellent benefit package. Needs to be flexible with schedule due to needs of community.
Summary: Schedules, plans, and organizes the daily transportation service for the residents at the community over specified routes to local or distant points according to time schedule. Must possess and maintain a valid CDL License with a Passenger Endorsement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster
Services and its communities.
1. Inspect company vehicles for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips. Complete the vehicle “Log” after each trip or at the end of the scheduled outing.
2. Apply knowledge of commercial driving and skills in maneuvering vehicles at varying speeds in difficult situations, such as heavy traffic, inclement weather, etc. Must be able to operate the company vehicle in all types of weather and conditions. This includes going forward and backing up long distances, around corners, and in and around very tight areas.
3. Report all accidents and incidents involving drivers or company vehicles.
4. Operate the controls of the Handicap Lift – assist residents when utilizing the lift. Secure wheelchairs utilizing the “Shure-lock” wheelchair tie down system on the bus.
5. Assist residents on and off the vehicles and during scheduled outings.
6. Safely operate company vehicle and follow traffic laws/regulations/local ordinances/FDOT regulations when operating the company vehicle.
7. Assist with the preventive maintenance of the company vehicles.
This job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the assignments and responsibilities assigned
to any employee; nor are such assignments restricted to those precisely listed in the description. This job
description may change from time to time as the needs of the organization change.
To learn more about our culture and what it is like to work at Westminster Communities of Florida, follow us on our social channels (Facebook and Instagram) at @WestminsterCareers.
EOE, DFWP – “We honor those who have served.”
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Commercial Driver's Lic.
Salary : $19
