Bus Driver
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Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Adheres to all local state and federal policies regarding transportation.
- Supervises Bus Monitor.
- Maintains confidentiality concerning children and families.
- Transports children to and from the Head Start centers in a safe efficient and timely manner to include children with disabilities.
- Transports children to and from field trips health clinics public schools and other program related activities.
- Transport parents and staff to meetings conferences and workshops as directed by Supervisor or Leadership Team.
- Maintain a healthy safe and orderly environment on the bus.
- Maintain communication throughout workday and after runs with Transportation Coordinator in case of emergencies or other pick-ups/drop offs.
- Assure children are seated properly in their seat belts and harness while being transported.
- Conducts a child count to confirm that the correct number of children are on the bus and a final count to prevent children from being left behind.
- Performs daily pre-trip and post trip inspection that is required by state and federal law each day.
- Consult with Transportation Coordinator and Program Operations Team Leaders to secure necessary repairs.
- Always maintain an updated pick-up/drop-off schedule.
- Must submit weekly and monthly reports on time to Transportation Coordinator and Program Operations Team Leader.
- Attends bi-weekly meetings and in-service training when scheduled.
- Submit Referrals/Special Arrangements to Transportation Coordinator and must be approved prior to any changes being implemented.
- All staff must sign in at their appropriate Head Start center daily and communicate with Transportation Coordinator.
- All drivers must report to assigned classroom directly after performing morning post-trip procedures except when directed to perform other transportation duties i.e. Taking buses to the shop for repair taking children home or on fieldtrips etc.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Start/Early Head Start Director.
Requirements
- Must have high school diploma or GED.
- Must possess a valid Virginia Commercial Drivers License with PS Endorsement.
- Must have a physical TB test and criminal background check at the time of employment.
- Knowledge of geographic area.
- Must have a good driving record.
Benefits
Hampton Roads Community Action Program (HRCAP) offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees effective the first day of the month following your hire date. Benefits include:
Paid Time Off:
o Sick leave accrued at 5 hours per pay period
o 1 paid day off annually for your birthday
o 11 paid holidays including major federal holidays
o Official Break Pay (Spring Break Summer Break and Winter Break)
Health & Wellness:
o Medical dental and vision insurance available for employees and dependents
o HRCAP covers 75% of health insurance premiums
o Coverage begins the first of the month after hire
o Pre-tax premium deductions via Section 125 Plan
Retirement:
o 403(b) retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 3% after one year of service
Additional details are provided in the HRCAP Employee Handbook and Summary Plan Documents.
Required Skills:
QUALIFICATIONS: Must have the knowledge skills and experience needed to perform assigned functions responsibly. Must have high school diploma or GED. Must possess a valid Virginia Commercial Drivers License with PS Endorsement. Must have a physical TB test and criminal background check at the time of employment. Knowledge of geographic area. Must have a good driving record.
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Load & Unload
- School Bus Driving
- Employee Evaluation
- Communication skills
- Interviewing
- Paratransit
- Van Driver
- Bus Driving
- Commercial Driving
- Driving
- Human Resources
- Motor Coach Experience
