CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: 12/22/2022

JOB LOCATION: YMCA-Arvada will be the home base but driver will cover North and South end of town

HOURS/DAYS SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 2-6p this is a part time role

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction and supervision of the Manager, the Bus Driver will provide safe transportation to and from program sites while maintaining a supportive and positive atmosphere. Bus Drivers are responsible for conducting themselves in an appropriate manner, setting an example for children, parents and co-workers by reflecting the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for following and obeying YMCA policies and procedures and all local, state, and federal traffic laws.
• Responsible for the upkeep cleanliness, and maintenance of the vehicles. Completes thorough before-and-after trip checks each day and record all information. Cleans out bus each day.
• Records gas level, vehicle inspections, mileage, maintenance, and accidents daily and on designated forms.
• Takes attendance and ensures all passengers are accounted for prior to and after each trip.
• Promotes safety at all times. Responsible for the safety & well-being at all times of all passengers.
• Keeps first aid supplies fully stocked.
• Ensures that bus rules are announced and followed.
• Utilizes vehicles for YMCA use only.
• Develops friendly and positive relationships among staff, volunteers, parents, and children.
• Communicates regularly with other staff members and supervisor.
• Follow and enforce all YMCA procedures and policies, including; personnel guidelines, safety guidelines, facility access procedures and membership policies. Carry out emergency plans as necessary.
• Be dressed in appropriate attire and wear nametag at all times.
• Attend and remain current on all mandatory trainings and staff meetings.
• Any other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Operational Effectiveness
• Communication
• Developing Self & Others
• Relationships

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to safely drive a bus for short/long periods of time.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use of hands and fingers handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reaches with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds and regularly lift and or move 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, peripheral and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet conditions and outdoor weather conditions. The noise level is moderate to loud.

INTERPERSONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform and provide excellent customer service skills by exceeding member and program participant expectations.
• Consistently greet every person who enters the bus and recognize all members and guests when they leave.
• Engage in active listening with members and program participants in order to build relationships, understand individuals goals and interests, and take the initiative to ensure the member has a positive experience.
• Provide accurate information about membership and programs.
• Be familiar with the mission statement and core values of the YMCA. Model the core values while working and communicating with other staff members.
• Always have a friendly, helpful attitude and wear a smile.
• Actively listen, reflect and respond to customer questions and concerns in a caring manner. When the opportunity presents itself, go above and beyond to resolve the situation immediately.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess appropriate Colorado class license or able to attain upon hiring.
• Possess current CPR and First Aid certifications or attain within 30 days of hiring
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have and maintain a qualifying motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Knowledge of the rules/guidelines related to commercial passenger vehicles (bus).
• Desire and ability to work with children.