Bus Driver

Skilled work in the operation of light buses and/or vans in transporting clients to and from the contracted vendors and pre-determined designated locations. Working exclusively with The Kidz Club PPEC. Transporting children ages birth to 21 with complex medical needs.

If you love driving and want to make an impact, this is the position for you!

Responsibilities

• Complete the Training program within 30 days of employment:
  • Hands-on Training with another Driver
  • Online Training Course
• Transports clients to and from the contracted vendor and designated location, following a pre-planned route according to a definite time schedule; communicating in harmony with parents and staff.
• Drives bus cautiously and in compliance with traffic regulations.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety of all passengers in loading, unloading, and transporting them to and from a pre-determined designated location and the contracted vendor.
• Is knowledgeable of Passenger Assistance guidelines and passenger restraint procedures.
• Operate manual and remote-controlled wheelchair lifts.
• Regulates heating equipment and ventilation of buses for the comfort of passengers.
• Logs mechanical inspection (lights, tires, etc.) and cleanliness of vehicle on daily trip sheet; documenting findings or concerns.
• Checks water, gas, oil, and mechanical condition of the bus weekly.
• Reports delays and accidents immediately.
• Reports defects or problems with vehicle to SDON immediately.
• Keeps operational records and makes simple reports.
• Assures bus meets regular maintenance schedules.
• Performs related work as required, such as vehicle cleaning as needed.

Shifts:
Monday thru Friday 6 am to 10 am and 2 pm to 6 pm (with a Saturday rotation)

Qualifications

• Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations, and of precautions necessary to avoid accidents.
• Ability to complete various forms and records, including updated route sheets, timesheets, field trip forms, incident and accident reports, etc.
• Ability to operate basic computer functions and smartphone devices.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Care Provider Background Screening through the Florida Background Screening Clearinghouse. Applicants must register and complete screening at: