Motorcoach Driver

Job Details

The Individual In This Position Is Expected To Be DOT qualified with a valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class B or higher) with (P) passenger designation. Possess a DOT approved medical certification from a DOT authorized healthcare facility. Meet Cary Academy’s background check and driving record requirements. Complete and pass Cary Academy’s driver training course and road test. Ability to drive on overnight trips as needed. Work collegially with and possess excellent customer service to employees, parents and members of the Cary Academy and external community in a highly collaborative environment. Work effectively with vendors, contractors, and/or other business partners, professionals, and outside organizations. Maintain confidentiality and interact with students, parents, and employees as well as internal and external constituents with sensitivity and understanding. Perform position responsibilities in a professional manner that models and ensures a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and work environment and upholds the school’s commitment to its cornerstones (the mission, the vision, the values, the beliefs, the employee culture and the portraits of a teacher and a graduate).

About the Role

Drive Cary Academy’s 45-foot motor coach bus for field trips, athletic games and other school programs and activities, which could include overnight trips. Operate our 45-foot Motor Coach (Limousine model) in accordance with state/federal DOT regulations. Conduct per-trip and port-trip bus inspections to ensure the bus in in good working condition. Complete the DOT-required driver electronic log and DVR report during and after each trip. Observe safety & traffic rules of the road to include Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. Work with the lead adult trip chaperone to maintain a safe environment for all passengers.

Responsibilities

• Operate the 45-foot motor coach bus in accordance with state/federal DOT regulations.
• Conduct per-trip and port-trip bus inspections to ensure the bus is in good working condition.
• Complete the DOT-required driver electronic log and DVR report during and after each trip.
• Observe safety & traffic rules of the road to include Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Work with the lead adult trip chaperone to maintain a safe environment for all passengers.
• Work effectively with other Cary Academy departments to ensure the needs of the Cary Academy community are met.
• Support the school’s diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism work in furtherance of Cary Academy’s commitment to equity and justice.
• Identify and pursue ongoing professional development.
• Complete all required administrative, operational, and professional development tasks and activities in a responsive and timely manner per school operating policies and procedures.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class B or higher) with (P) passenger designation.
• DOT approved medical certification from a DOT authorized healthcare facility.
• Meet Cary Academy’s background check and driving record requirements.
• Complete and pass Cary Academy’s driver training course and road test.
• Ability to drive on overnight trips as needed.
• Work collegially with and possess excellent customer service to employees, parents and members of the Cary Academy and external community in a highly collaborative environment.
• Work effectively with vendors, contractors, and/or other business partners, professionals, and outside organizations.
• Maintain confidentiality and interact with students, parents, and employees as well as internal and external constituents with sensitivity and understanding.
• Perform position responsibilities in a professional manner that models and ensures a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and work environment and upholds the school’s commitment to its cornerstones (the mission, the vision, the values, the beliefs, the employee culture and the portraits of a teacher and a graduate).

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent education.
• At least 3 years of CDL driving experience driving commercial vehicles; Motor Coach experience strongly preferred.

Skills

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Confidentiality and sensitivity to maintaining privacy.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

This position is scheduled to work based on school transportation demands, which may include school day-time trips, school afternoon/evening trips, weekend trips, and some school overnight trips lasting from 1 to several days. Hours: Although the hours for this position are unpredictable, the school aims to provide a schedule as far as a month in advance when possible, especially for overnight and weekend trips. This position will be called upon after standard school hours and on overnight and weekend trips as needed. We anticipate the hours will not exceed 25 hours/week except upon occasion.