Bus Driver - Part Time/Full Time

Spring Dell Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer promoting a drug-free, smoke-free workplace.

Bus Driver-Part Time/Full Time

Hourly Salary:

$20.23

Job Type:

Part-Time

Hours per pay period:

Varies

Location:

Charles County, MD

Job Description:

Ability to operate assigned route(s) independently on a regularly scheduled part-time or full-time basis. Maintain a clean vehicle. Perform a pre-trip inspection. Transport wheelchair passengers - bending, kneeling, twisting involved and ability to pump lift manually. Identify and resolve problems. Must be able to evacuate bus if needed; by dragging or physically assisting passengers off the bus. Assist in getting vehicles to repair shops. Adhere to bus route and schedule - Able to drive a minimum of 3 hours without a break and drive a split shift. Maintain a valid driver's license.

Duties include but not limited to:Maintain a valid DOT card.Transport wheelchairs.Work independently.Complete all paperwork.Drive a split shift.Responsible for learning route(s) and being able to drive independently.Get the supervisor's approval for a temporary change to vehicle stops, times and locations.Notify Spring Dell Center or supervisor if a route is more than 15 minutes behind schedule.Never leave an individual at drop off location unsupervised, unless authorized to do so.Give passengers your name and phone numbers, and that of your sub-driver.Drive established a route to transport passengers with developmental disabilities ensuring the safety of all passengers and obeying all traffic.Operate vehicle in a safe and legal manner according to Maryland State laws or whatever state you may be in, driving.Report to your supervisor or the Director of Transportation, within 1 business day, any traffic violations you receive. (Failure to disclose could be cause for termination).Responsible for safety on the vehicle; passengers seat belted in, wheelchairs secured properly (with brakes, tie-downs, and lap belts).Maintaining and completing correct forms in paperwork folders (Passenger Fact Sheets and Photos, Pre-trip, Mileage, Fuel, Accident, Work Orders, Incident and Injury reports).Responsible for notifying the supervisor or any malfunction immediately in writing and deliver the vehicle for service as directed.Responsible for checking and maintaining the contents of the first aid kit, triangle box, and emergency bag.Obtain fuel for the vehicle at Charles County Public Facilities, unless otherwise directed.In case of an accident or an emergency situation, report by phone as soon as possible to SDC.Minimum Requirements:

Applicants must have a clean driving record and a minimum three years' experience in a commercial capacity.High School Diploma or GEDAbility to perform physical activities such as pushing, pulling and liftingMinimum of 2 years of driving experienceValid US Driver's license with (2 or less) points on driving recordBasic Computer SkillsBenefits and Perks

Paid TrainingPaid Travel ExpensesPaid HolidaysHealth Insurance403b Retirement PlanTuition ReimbursementFree up to $10,000 Life Insurance/Accidental Death and DismembermentDirect DepositAnnual LeaveSick LeaveMilitary LeaveJury Duty LeaveBereavement Leave