Shuttle Bus Driver

About the role

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others. Make more than a Living, Make a Difference. Eckerd Connects Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment. Program location: Laredo Job Corps Center, 1701 Island Street, Laredo, TX 78041. More information: https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/

Responsibilities

• The Shuttle Bus Driver responsible for supplying transportation services to students and performing general maintenance duties throughout the center.
• Transports students by van, shuttle bus and automobile to various vocational sites, medical centers, recreational activities, courts, etc.
• Inspects and reports on the mechanical condition of vehicles.
• Maintains accurate and complete trip reports of each use of any vehicle.
• When not performing the duties of the Shuttle Bus Driver will perform alarm and patrol duties in assigned areas to protect life and property against theft, misappropriation, vandalism, fire, flood, or similar disaster, suspicious acts and/or persons, and other unusual conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months work-related experience preferred.
• Valid State driver’s license and an acceptable driving record required.
• Preferred Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
• Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Workers Compensation
• AD&D Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• Service Contract Act (SCA) Position

Pay

Hourly Rate: $18.04