Description

The Bus Driver is responsible for transporting Champaign Park District participants to locations throughout the community

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid State of Illinois CDL Drivers license with Class B and passenger endorsement.
• Good driving history.
• Proficiency in manual shift transmission.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Park District staff and the general public.
• Ability to work independently and maintain a tight schedule.
• Willing to attend bloodborne pathogens training during the probationary period.
• Ability to take charge of elementary-age participants on the bus.
• POSITIVE CAN DO TEAM ATTITUDE

SUPERVISION

The Bus Driver is responsible to the Programs Manager

TRAINING CAN BE OBTAINED THROUGH THE CHAMPAIGN PARK DISTRICT

• Bloodborne pathogen training
• Obtain a current Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Certification
• Obtain a current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification from an accredited agency
• Facility training

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follow all Champaign 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.
• Follow the daily schedule in a timely manner.
• Inform supervisor of unrealistic departure and arrival times.
• Take appropriate measures to rectify undesirable participant behaviors.
• Communicate to your supervisor any conflict or issues that arise.
• Represent the District in a positive manner when communicating with the public.
• Follow all rules of the road set by the Illinois Department of Transportation.
• Inform Operations Department staff of any technical difficulties with the bus.
• Keep the bus clean and presentable at all times.
• Inform supervisor of any technical difficulties with the bus.
• Maintain clear records of field trips and daily schedules.
• Report all maintenance and supply needs to the supervisor.

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, 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