Bus Driver & Janitor -Spring Lake, Wisconsin ($22.70/HR)

About the role

The primary responsibility of this role is to coordinate and conduct maintenance of vehicles, conduct daily inspections, maintain cleanliness, and assist with transportation and supervision of children.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct maintenance of vehicles, including seasonal start up inspections, routine maintenance, and final inspections.
• Conduct daily walk around inspection of vehicles prior to and after use, and report problems/concerns to the Center Manager.
• Maintain an inventory list of all janitorial supplies and ensure that “Right to Know” and MSDS information is posted and accessible.
• Ensure that janitorial supplies are properly mixed, used, and stored in accordance with the Hazard Communication Program, and handle contagious spills according to the blood borne pathogens policy and procedures.
• Maintain a current list of children transported and take daily attendances for accountability and security.
• Participate in child safety checks, address safety concerns, and report issues to the Center Manager.
• Complete required paperwork, track vehicle operating expenditures, and conduct monthly bus evacuation drills.
• Maintain the center in a clean and sanitary condition, including emptying trash, picking up debris, cleaning and sanitizing bathrooms, sweeping/vacuuming, mopping, and waxing floors.
• Perform monthly upkeep of central air heating and cooling systems, conduct daily playground inspections, and remove debris or potentially harmful plants.
• Transport and supervise children during parent meetings, field trips, and at health clinics, and participate in training for serving children with disabilities.
• Assist with recruitment activities and provide support or T/TA to other locations, including some travel requirements.
• Develop bus routes in coordination with Family Services and the Center Manager.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid CDL Certification with passenger and school bus endorsements.
• Ability to work irregular and/or flexible hours.
• Be insurable in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations.
• Have a reliable car, valid driver’s license, and adequate insurance.
• Experience in transporting young children is preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a current DOT physical and possess a current DOT medical card or complete a DOT physical exam prior to transporting children.
• Must submit to a pre-employment drug/alcohol test.
• Must complete a TB test screening showing absence of Tuberculosis within 30 days of employment or sooner as required by local/state regulation.
• Must complete approved SIDS & Shaken Baby Training prior to working with children.
• Fire Extinguisher Training, Infant/Child CPR and First Aid upon hire or prior to transporting children.
• Position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.