Bus Driver

Camp Fire Heart Of Iowa Bus Driver Boone, IA
· Ames, IA
· Full time

Responsible for transporting campers and staff by bus to and from camp daily and for field trips. This position will also be responsible for performing a daily pre-check of the bus, recording pertinent information in maintenance logs, and ensuring that all passengers are following Camp Fire’s safety policies.

Camp Fire is an inclusive youth development organization founded with the intention of connecting kids with nature and helping them develop the skills needed for a happy, healthy life now and into the future. Our Mission:
Growing up is hard. That’s why Camp Fire connects young people to the outdoors, to others, and to themselves. Our Vision:
We envision a world where all young people thrive and have equitable opportunities for self-discovery, community connection, and engagement with nature. How We Do It:
Camp Fire creates safe spaces where young people can have fun and be themselves. We do this through a variety of powerful youth experiences and programs including Community Clubs, Before- and After-School Care, Out-of-School Time Programs, Day and Overnight Camps, and Teen Leadership Development – collectively serving more than 1,500 central Iowa youth every year.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Valid Commercial driver’s license (CDL) with passenger and air brakes endorsements and clean driving record.
• Must be able to read and write English proficiently.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Good character, integrity, patience, and adaptability.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Use of hands, fingers, arms, feet and legs to perform daily duties.
• Ability to speak and hear.
• Significant sitting, standing, walking, and physical activity.
• Significant amount of time spent outdoors.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Ability to constantly interact with the public in a professional manner.
• Ability to perform professionally in stressful situations.
• Ability to follow proper wearing, cleaning and/or replacement procedures of personal protective equipment (masks, gloves, etc.) all day in all climates.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards.
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid/CPR. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury).
• Eye‑hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: