Bus Driver (CDL Required) - YMCA of Central Texas

The YMCA of Central Texas is seeking Bus Drivers for our Summer Camp in Round Rock, TX.

The Bus Driver provides safe transportation to and from program sites while maintaining a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals.

We are offering $250 bonus for new staff!

Under the direction of the Associate Executive Director of Camp Round Rock, the bus driver is responsible for the successful implementation and completion of the following tasks:

• Drives bus safely according to YMCA policies and procedures, and state laws
• Maintain safety precautions when participants are boarding and departing the bus
• Responsible for the safety and well-being of children in their care
• Creates a safe environment in which others feel welcome and respected
• Promotes safety at all times and keeps first aid supplies fully stocked
• Absolutely ensures that the bus is empty of passengers at the end of each shift
• Develops and maintains positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, participants and other staff at all levels of the organization
• Ensures that bus rules are announced and followed by passengers
• Completes thorough before-and-after trip checks each day and records all information, such as gas level, mileage, and maintenance on designated forms
• Cleans out bus each day
• Must be reliable with a good attendance record
• Attends staff meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Must possess the following:

• Must have and maintain a valid Driver License; Larger capacity vans/buses require a Commercial Driver's License during employment
• Knowledge of the rules/guidelines related to commercial passenger vehicles (bus)
• At least one-year work experience as a school bus driver preferred
• Basic computer skills are required to record time & attendance and read email
• Complete Child Abuse Prevention training prior to first day of work
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 30 days of hire date
• Must complete required training hours on an annual basis
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds

Pay Rate: $22.00-$25.00/hour

About Us: We are a not-for-profit services Association focusing on mission driven initiatives, with a vision of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities throughout 7 Texas Counties. Our organization is home to the largest school age child care provider in Williamson County as well as health and fitness programs that improve the quality of life for over 45,000 members ranging from preschool through senior citizen.

Our Commitment: The YMCA of Central Texas is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment where all are welcome and have access to Y programs and services. Our mission driven focus includes three areas: Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. In order to maximize the service delivery impact in these areas, the YMCA of Central Texas Volunteer and Staff Leadership recognize and work toward growing diverse representation to appropriately mirror that of the communities we serve. As such, the Branch Boards have the latitude to recruit community leaders that have the Time, Talent, Treasure and Cultural connections necessary to help expand the mission of the YMCA in their respective areas.

In addition, YMCA of Central Texas provides Staff with a Career Development program designed to ensure a fair and equitable approach to advancement where each and every employee has the opportunity to grow and thrive. The Y values a diverse workforce and bases employment decisions on Association need, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability or any other legally protected status.

The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. Thank you for your interest in the YMCA of Central Texas!