Bus Driver

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Hours: Up to 40/week Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m. JOB SUMMARY: The Specialized Transportation Bus Driver is a full time position that is responsible for providing safe public transportation to elders and people with disabilities. This will include on demand and route driving. TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Report to work on time to complete a KAC pre-trip inspection form before first scheduled trip. 2. Maintain cleanliness of the interior and exterior of vehicles. 3. Physically assist passengers that require help to and from their doors. 4. Maintain a complete log of ridership, destinations, nature of trips, mileage and fares. 5. Maintain certifications in CPR, First Aid and Passenger Assistance Techniques. 6. Responsible for the safety of all passengers. 7. Complete assigned strategic action plan work activities and annual performance growth plan. 8. Work with a culturally diverse staff, consumers and stake holders. 9. Participate in required amount & type of staff development activity as specified by annual staff performance plan including engaging in a process of continuously improving cultural proficiency and the ability to work with a diverse population. 10. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. OCCASIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Driving on weekends and holidays The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a valid driver\'s license and a clean driving record Must have a CDL or be willing and able to obtain one within 90 days of hire Must be 18 years of age Must pass a D.O.T. physical and drug test whenever requested by manager Knowledge of cultural and linguistic competency principles and the ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse staff, participants and stakeholders PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of Kenosha and Kenosha county geography, roads and landmarks. CPR and First Aid certification Commercial passenger driving experience PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, kneel and stoop. Approximately 60% of time will be spent sitting. Employee is required to enter and exit the vehicle frequently and ambulate on uneven surfaces. The ability to see, hear, touch and speak is critical to this job. Physical dexterity requirements of the job include the use of a telephone, computer/electronic equipment, and the ability to manipulate small objects. The employee must lift, push & pull a minimum of 80 pounds with help, 50 pounds alone, walk up & down steps, bend & climb step ladder. Employee is required to bend to the floor frequently to secure wheelchair passengers. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply In Person: 1218 79th Street Kenosha, WI 53140 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Mail a Rsum: Attention: Desiree Taylor 1218 - 79 Street Kenosha, WI 53143-6199 E-Mail a Rsum: tsorenson@thekac.com Apply Online: www.thekac.com/job-posts/