Bus Driver/Custodian - Lynden

About the role

The Bus Driver is responsible for ensuring the children are transported safely, promptly, and appropriately. They supervise children on the bus and support the Floater/Bus position. They also maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the building, performing routine maintenance activities and notifying supervisors of needed repairs.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains bus routes in coordination with Family Service Workers for review and approval by Center Managers.
• Runs fixed routes as outlined; does not make unauthorized changes to routes or stops.
• Responsible for the general maintenance of the bus and keeping it in working order.
• Maintains and completes daily logs such as attendance, mileage, and maintenance logs.
• Provides training to Bus Monitors throughout the year as needed.
• Participates in safety drills and evacuation plans, providing orientation to staff, parents, and children.
• Immediately reports incidents, accidents, or unusual situations that could place a child at risk.
• Conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle, reporting suspected mechanical issues.
• Performs daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, cleaning, and disinfecting classrooms, sinks, restrooms, and common areas.
• Disposes of garbage and disinfects wastebaskets or garbage cans daily.
• Ensures safety and cleanliness of the premises, including maintaining outside equipment, replacing light bulbs, and conducting lawn maintenance.
• Strips, waxes, polishes floors and shampoos carpets according to the center's schedule.
• Keeps sidewalks, parking lots, and playground areas safe from hazards.
• Monitors and locks all doors and windows before closing the center.
• Reports any unsafe equipment to the Safety Committee Chairperson and/or Center Manager.
• Prepares and maintains inventories of janitorial supplies, reporting and requesting purchases to the Center Manager.
• Assists the head cook and/or cook in storing and dating groceries.
• Shows interest in professional growth by attending staff meetings, workshops, trainings, and seminars.
• Maintains confidentiality of program and client-related information at all times.

Requirements

• Must be at least 25 years old.
• Valid Washington State Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B or C with passenger (P1) (P2), and school bus (S) endorsements.
• Medical Examiners Certificate.
• Acceptable driving history.
• Proof of automobile insurance.
• Ability to travel to perform job duties and responsibilities.
• Pass initial and periodic criminal and background checks.
• Pass initial and periodic Department of Early Learning (DEL) background checks.
• Pass initial and periodic employee health clearances within 45 days of employment.
• Current Food Handler card within 30 days of employment.
• Current First Aid / CPR cards within 30 days of employment.
• Subject to initial and periodic TB screens.
• Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV/AIDS) training within 30 days of employment.
• Blood Borne Pathogens training within 30 days of employment.
• Subject to random drug screens.
• Signs a Confidentiality Agreement.
• Signed a Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement annually.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and ability to read, write, and communicate in English and/or Spanish.
• Excellent in following Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience in bus safety and risk management.
• Ability to learn new tasks quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ability to gather and write data for reports and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse populations.
• Excellence in building maintenance.

Skills

• Knowledge of bus safety and risk management.
• Strong customer service focus.
• Flexibility to work different schedules, including split shifts and various bus routes.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Confidentiality of program and client-related information.

Benefits

A summary of benefits associated with this position can be found at https://inspirecenters.org/careers/. For more information, click on the following link: https://youtu.be/MnlRqkvydRw