Bus Driver​/Maintenance Worker; Penticton

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Childcare Programs Manager, this important position focuses on providing safe transportation for kids and the Daycare staff. This includes travel both to and from the Daycare in a punctual manner. Additional trips such as Daycare outings or field trips will also be a part of this job. The position will also help upkeep the Little Paws Daycare parks, roads, parking lots and building.

The duties involve routine maintenance of parks, playgrounds and playing fields; minor repairs to maintenance equipment not requiring a certified trade; minor building repairs and routine building maintenance; fire suppression work, firewood, and snow removal on walkways and parking lots.

• Accountability
• Service orientation
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Results oriented
• Problem solving
• Planning and organizing
• Decision Making
• Relationship building

• Perform pre and post trip inspections as required by government regulations.
• Maintain all necessary paperwork and records.
• Check the condition of the bus via a “Walk around” the bus, check lights, engine fluids, tires, suspension system, general safety of the chasse, inspection on the interior to ensure everything is in working order.
• Maintain and enter applicable data into “Trip Inspection” log on daily basis.
• Report and bus malfunction or needs for repair to Childcare Programs Manager.
• Schedule regular Motor Vehicle Inspections every 6 months for insurance purposes →September and March.
• Schedule Annual Motor Vehicle inspection with Motor Vehicle Inspector in September.
• Safely drive multi-passenger bus to and from Daycare, following a prescribed route, daily.
• Safely transport kids and Daycare staff to Daycare activities and field trips.
• Comply with traffic regulations to operate the bus in a safe and courteous manner.
• Develop and maintain yearly bus schedule for pickup and delivery.
• Pick up and drop off kids at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.
• Read maps and follow written or verbal geographic directions.
• Escort small children across roads and highways when necessary.
• Keep bus interior clean and in good repair.
• Maintain knowledge of basic first-aid procedures and complete forms for the Daycare records.
• Ensure first aid kit is adequately stocked and maintained.
• Check fuel and oil gages and maintain refueling schedule.
• Check the calendar and/or inquiry with the Supervisor regarding field trips.
• Maintain discipline within the bus.
• Install chains with regards to weather conditions to ensure safety of kids and bus.
• Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, to the Supervisor, using cell phone or mobile two-way radio.
• Perform grounds keeping and Daycare building maintenance duties.
• Maintain landscape environments by mowing, edging, trimming, fertilizing, aerating, dethatching, and watering.
• Perform tasks related to painting, carpentry and minor repairs which do not require a certified trade.
• Transport materials, machinery, and equipment to work sites.
• Remove and haul away dead, damaged, and unwanted trees, shrubs, pruning and grass.
• Provide top dressing and reseeding to lawns and grass areas where required.
• Establish and maintain noxious weed control procedures and apply proper weed control products as required.
• Sweep walkways and patio areas of debris.
• Perform work at heights of up to 30 feet using ladders, scissor lift and/or scaffolding to clean high ledges in halls and gym, changing light bulbs, etc.
• Work with and understand the chemicals utilized and ensure the right product is used.
• Ensure maintenance materials and supplies are stored in a safe and orderly manner.
• Maintain inventory. Recommend, order and purchase equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with WHMIS and refer to Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) if experiencing an adverse physical reaction or if a chemical is swallowed, splashed in eyes, or accidentally spilled or mixed.
• Engage with children in friendly, positive, professional manner.
• Ensure playgrounds are maintained and meet childcare licensing regulations related…