BUS DRIVER/CUSTODIAN Status: Non-Exempt / Hourly
"This position is considered Seasonal Full-Time, with an approximate start date in March/April and running through December, including some downtime during the off-peak period."
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)
- Provide school bus transportation to children, parents, and other passengers as assigned
- Knowledge of federal, state, local, and other applicable traffic and safety laws, regulations, ordinances, and codes
- Ability to operate and inspect a school bus
- Ability to comprehend routes, maps, schedules, safety & maintenance manuals, work orders, and correspondence
- Prepare, maintain and/or submit written reports, inspections, repair/work orders and maintenance logs
- Perform bus safety, pre/post-trip, and evacuation drills
- Provide training and guidance to center staff and volunteers
- Report maintenance and repair issues to supervisor
- Ability to operate custodial equipment
- Clean and maintain custodial and grounds equipment and supplies
- Perform cleaning and minor maintenance and repair on center facilities, grounds and playground equipment
- Perform cleaning and minor maintenance on busses
- Assist in moving and setting up furniture and equipment
- Set up/clean up after special events
- Supervise Bus Monitor(s)
- Maintain grounds: pick up litter and trash, mow grass, weed planting areas, and irrigate
- Perform snow removal duties
- Maintain standards of confidentiality of CC Idaho clients and records
- Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with CC Idaho policies, procedures, and safety practices
Under 49 CFR 391.11(b)(2), a CDL driver must be able to:
- Speak and Read English: To converse with the general public and officials.
- Understand Signs: Comprehend highway traffic signs and signals.
- Respond to Inquiries: Answer questions from law enforcement and other officials.
- Complete Paperwork: Make entries on reports and records.
Qualifications
Required
- Clean driving record which meets Idaho Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements
- The minimum age requirement for driving a school bus is 25 years.
- Must pass a DOT physical examination
- Must pass required background checks, including state day care clearance
- Ability to read, speak, and write in English
- Must obtain clearance of Tuberculosis
- Must provide proof of auto insurance
- Must obtain Pedatric First Aid and CPR certification
Preferred
- High School Diploma or GED
- Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger & school bus endorsement
- One - three months' experience and/or training in transportation
- Ability to read, speak, and write in both English & Spanish setting.
Required Physical Demands
- Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl; use hands to operate a motor vehicle, manual and powered tools, and equipment; to reach with hands and arms; to climb or balance; and smell
- The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Work Environment
Exposed to moving mechanical parts, power tools and equipment, fumes, and airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock; works in high places and is exposed to outside weather conditions; exposed to hazards of traffic; The noise level is usually moderate
BENEFITS'
"CCI is a strong, non-profit agency to work with. They respect work-life balance and allow for flexibility when it is needed. Excellent premiums on benefits packages. Good working environment with opportunities for advancement."
For detail Benefit plan please visit: https://communitycouncilofidaho.org/apply-today/
Health & Financial Well-Being
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan (Must be 21 years of age to participate)
- Basic Life
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Work/Life Balance:
- Educational leave
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off,
- First year of service - 16 hours up front and then accrues up to 5 PTO days each year.
- After 3 years of service - 16 hours up front and then accrue up to 8 PTO days each year
- After 10 years of service - 24 up front and then accrue up to 12 PTO days each year.
- After 20 years of service - 24 hours up front and then accrue up to 16 PTO days each year.
- After 30 years of service - 32 hours up front and then accrue up to 20 PTO days each year.
INCENTIVE PAY:
Bus Drivers & Preschool Teachers
Lump sum monetary incentives will be paid to employees after accepting, working, and successfully completing certain periods of time within these positions.
- $500 Incentive bonus after completing 6 months of employment
- $1,500 Incentive bonus after completing 1 years of employment
- $3,000 Incentive bonus after completing 2 years of employment