Bus Driver

Position: Bus Driver

Classification: Part-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt (schedule will vary based on school & church event calendars)

Primary Reporting Relationship: Fleet Coordinator

Secondary Reporting Relationship: Facilities Director

Direct Reports: None

Ministry Area: Operations, School

Interfaces: Staff, students, and volunteers of Bay Area Church, Bay Area Christian School, and the Early Learning Academy at Bay Area Christian School; other stakeholders as identified and appropriate

Job Purpose: Bus Drivers will provide safe, orderly, and efficient transportation to and from school and church activities. Drivers will be issued a framework of standard policies and procedures that must be followed, ensuring the safety of passengers is maintained at all times before, during, and after operating the assigned vehicle. Bus Drivers will perform their duties and responsibilities in support of Bay Area Church’s vision to saturate the 4B Area with the gospel by restoring people, families, and churches.

Employee Profile:

• A strong, clear Christian testimony
• A lifestyle that displays an ongoing personal relationship with God and a commitment to serve Him daily
• Acceptance, agreement, and compliance with Bay Area Church’s Statement of Faith and Standard of Conduct

Major Responsibilities:

• Transport stakeholders to and from school and church activities, which may include athletic events, field trips, competitions, conferences, mission trips, and various retreats

• Follow the event transportation schedule as closely as possible, accounting for planned and unplanned stops

• Maintain a clean and mechanically sound vehicle at all times to ensure safe operating conditions

• Conduct safety and operational inspections of assigned vehicle before and after each trip

• Prioritize safety of passengers, staying apprised of and adapting to any inclement traffic and/or weather conditions throughout the duration of the trip

• Assist passengers with getting on and off the vehicle, plus loading and unloading equipment as needed

• Report any observed mechanical repairs needed

• Ensure the assigned vehicle has adequate gas, diesel fuel, oil, battery charge, fluids, tire air pressure, etc., throughout the duration of the trip and service the vehicle as necessary

• Obey safety and traffic laws at all times

• Attend all required orientations, trainings, and safety meetings as assigned

• Assist the Fleet Coordinator with interior and exterior cleaning and vehicle maintenance as needed