Responsible for providing safe transportation while operating the YMCA bus on assigned routes.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

• Ability to drive for periods up to 8 hours.
• Exposure to indoor/outdoor elements.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
• Ability to observe participant activities in order to enforce safety regulations and policies and procedures
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Minimal exposure to the illnesses of school age children.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Be at 21 years of age or older.
• Has a record of safe driving
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, staff and management
• Must be energetic, motivated, and have good common sense
• Be a positive role model

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensures the safety of all people on bus
• Perform documented safety checks before using bus
• Abides by all federal, state and municipal traffic laws
• Maintains First/Aid kit and report if item is needed
• Communicates effectively with management team
• Attends job related training and staff development meetings
• Maintain good relationship between the YMCA, the school and the community
• Accurately estimates travel time and traffic patterns to be punctual
• Helps to maintain the bus in good working condition including reporting problems
• Maintain adequate fuel in the bus and fill as needed
• Responsible for recording daily mileage, fuel consumption, and attendance
• Responsible to keep the bus clean and tidy