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FRIENDS OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Class B - Bus Driver (Part Time)

FRIENDS OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS, Fremont, California, us, 94537


Position: Class B - Bus Driver (Part Time)

Job Type: Part Time (Tuesdays/Thursdays from 8:45 AM to 1:15 PM, Wednesday/Fridays from 9:15 AM to 1:45 PM)

Pay: $21.25- $28.69/Hourly, depending on experience and qualifications

JOB SUMMARY:

Friends of Children with Special Needs (FCSN) is a nonprofit organization located in central Fremont, CA. The Bus Driver is responsible for operating FCSN buses designed with wheelchair lifts and seats to safely transport passengers with developmental disabilities in a safe, courteous and professional manner. Their duties include route planning for door-to-door services and other trips, assisting clients board the bus, monitoring clients' behaviors, and other assigned duties. The Bus Driver interacts respectfully with clients and serves as their trusted transportation to and from FCSN. The Bus Driver should be free of any traffic or criminal violations and should have an authoritative, yet calming demeanor and a strong understanding of traffic laws.

JOB DUTIES:

Conduct efficient route planningProvide safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services. Boarding and unboarding of passengers on vehicles (including wheelchair lifting and securing)Perform inspections of the bus before and after each route AND document the inspection. Timely report any maintenance issues to immediate supervisorComplete all required paperwork (including route sheets, time, mileage & passenger recording, fuel records, vehicle repair requests) and submits to immediate supervisor in a timely mannerEnsure vehicle is properly fueled according to FCSN proceduresObey all traffic laws and comply with FCSN policies. Practice defensive driving at all times and avoid vehicular and industrial accidents by practicing safe driving and work habits.Ensure the safety of all passengers. Handle and immediately report any accident or incident andMaintain a clean and mechanically sound bus at all timesSupervise clients' behavior to maintain a safe environmentDeliver vehicles for regular maintenance and repair appointmentsPrepare for annual CHP inspectionAttend all assigned training, safety meetings and in-service meetingsMaintain a cooperative attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, parents and passengersMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

25+ years old.High school diploma or equivalent.Class B driver's license AND with 5-year experience of passenger endorsementClean driving record with no at-fault accidents or traffic citations within the last five years.Two or more years of experience working with the disabled preferredKnowledge of the local city areaPunctuality and reliabilitySincere desire to work with individuals with disabilitiesPossess excellent communication and decision-making skillsObtain valid CPR and First Aid CertificateCOMPANY WIDE JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Must provide proof of vaccination for Covid-19Must pass a health screening and TB testMust pass background fingerprint clearanceBENEFITS:

401(k)401(k) matchingPaid Sick LeaveSign on Bonus/Referral Bonus Program