Chesterton - Bus Driver Must Have CDL and Passenger Endorsement

Hours Required 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Monday-Friday, During the School Year Part-Time

Duneland Boys and Girls Club - 521 W. 1100 N., Chesterton, IN 46304

Must have current Class A or B CDL with air brake and passenger endorsements.

Hourly rate: $28 an hour. Drivers will be paid a minimum of three (3) hours for each day they drive the organization's bus. If total drive time exceeds three hours in a day, drivers will be compensated for all additional time worked beyond the initial three hours.

Provide transportation of members to and from designated schools on assigned bus route(s) or other. Incumbent is responsible for communicating on condition of buses, vans and their equipment. Complying with a regular and preventive maintenance schedule is required. The position will also carry out responsibilities such as reporting, tracking, and maintaining routes.

• Observe all traffic laws, safety regulations, policies and procedures regarding buses in accordance with Federal, State and local government agencies, and the Boys & Girls Clubs rules, policies and procedures.
• Completes daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report deficiencies to the Chief Operating Officer.
• Assist in planning routes and transporting youth and staff to various Boys & Girls Clubs and other locations as needed.
• Follow assigned route and adhere to set schedules (includes field trips and special activities).
• Track, report and maintain routes.
• Maintain close, daily communication with Club Directors, staff and supervisor to provide and receive information and convey pick-up and drop-off times and locations.
• Provide clear information, instruction and guidance to members and staff while creating an environment that represents and facilitates the achievement of our youth development outcomes; academic success, healthy lifestyles and good character and citizenship.
• Ensure a safe and healthy environment for members and staff.
• Maintain appropriate member management and report incidents to the appropriate supervisor(s).
• Assist in maintaining strong relationships and open communication with members, staff, parents and school organizations.
• Keep assigned bus clean by daily sweeping and periodic washing.
• Keep assigned bus fueled at all times.
• Properly operates all communication equipment.
• Conduct bus evacuation drills in accordance with approved procedure.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage and student injuries should they occur to the Chief Operating Officer.
• Participate in required random drug/alcohol testing program.
• Complete and submit all required reports and documentation.
• Maintain a neat, clean and professional appearance.
• Attends all mandatory meetings.
• Maintains confidentiality at all times.
• The Chief Operating Officer, according to specific needs will make task assignments for this position. The administration may have additional input in identifying other preferred qualifications and/or appropriate duties that may exceed those described above which are consistent with the function of a Bus Operator.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.