School Bus Driver (AM & PM Sessions)
full-time•Joliet
About this role
Description
General Responsibilities
- Transport passengers safely and efficiently, adhering to traffic laws and safety procedures.
- Report for work on time, pre-trip the vehicle for safety, and maintain a clean and presentable vehicle.
- Maintain current Commercial Driver License and School Bus Permit with Passenger Endorsement.
- Pick up and drop off passengers at designated locations, following a specific timetable.
- Help passengers, including those with disabilities, get into and out of the vehicle.
- Report any incidents, accidents, and maintenance service issues timely.
- Maintain enough fuel for the bus run and re-fuel the vehicle regularly.
- Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Participate in required trainings to maintain school bus credentials and perform bus evacuation drills.
- Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs to the Safe Environment Coordinator and Senior Site Supervisor, or designees.
- Other duties as assigned within the guidelines of this position.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Commercial Driver’s License (Class B) with Passenger Endorsement and School Bus Permit.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in school bus operations or comparable work.
- Knowledge of general vehicle maintenance and basic mechanical issues.
- Ability to work constructively with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Organized, motivated, and independent worker.
- Pass background clearance, physical, drug test, and subject to random drug testing; TB test.
- Basic computer skills.
- Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) with a good driving record.
- CPR and First Aid credential; annual State of Illinois refresher training to renew School Bus Permit.
What you'll do
- The School Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting passengers and maintaining the vehicle. They must adhere to traffic laws, perform vehicle inspections, and assist passengers, including those with disabilities.
About Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet
We assist people in DuPage, Grundy, Kankakee, Kendall, Will, Ford and Iroquois Counties by providing community services, counseling, senior programs, and early childhood services (including Head Start).
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet, translates God's reconciling love into professional human services, advocates for a just and compassionate society and brings together members of the community, church, business, health care and government to develop effective responses to human needs.
We commit to define these needs, seek solutions, and call forth other resources so that those we serve are empowered to achieve for themselves satisfying and productive lives.
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What does a School Bus Driver (AM & PM Sessions) do at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet?
As a School Bus Driver (AM & PM Sessions) at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet, you will: the School Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting passengers and maintaining the vehicle. They must adhere to traffic laws, perform vehicle inspections, and assist passengers, including those with disabilities..
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The School Bus Driver (AM & PM Sessions) position at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet is based in Joliet, Illinois, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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