Bus Driver

Job Summary – About the Role Deliver high quality recreation services for residents, visitors and the St. Charles community by adhering to the District’s safety and administrative policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience This position is well suited for someone with a friendly and positive personality who is productive and shows initiative, is an effective written and oral communicator, is reliable and safety-minded.

Required:

A minimum of high school diploma with a CDL Class B License and Passenger Endorsement required. Minimum 21 years of age with a minimum of 1 year of driving experience. Desire to transport preschool aged children through adults. Work record demonstrating reliability and positive attitude. Knowledge of defensive driving techniques. Knowledge of bus operations and maintenance.

Essential Functions of the Position Park District Cornerstones Follow all departmental safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of Park District’s safety and risk management program.

Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents, colleagues, the public, PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.

Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and district goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.

Comply with park district policies and administrative procedures.

Responsibilities Under the direction and supervision of the Superintendent of Recreation, the Assistant Superintendent of Recreation, and the Recreation Supervisor, the Bus Driver shall complete their assigned duties, offering suggestions of better ways to accomplish jobs and be ever mindful of the best interests of the St. Charles Park District and of fellow employees. This position is part-time as defined within the Park District’s Personnel Practices Manual.

Generally described, this position averages between 0-15 hours per week on an annual basis. This position requires extensive knowledge and ability to:

Complete a vehicle inspection and vehicle maintenance check list before driving any Park District vehicle.

Report any mechanical or maintenance malfunctions related to the vehicle.

Work harmoniously with the general public, passengers, supervisor and fellow employees.

Complete and pass the Park District’s Bus Driving program prior to driving any Park District vehicle.

Demonstrate good safety awareness and judgment.

Follow all traffic direction and traffic rules.

Transport or transfer participants to designated locations.

Pick up and drop off the Park District bus at the Primrose Service Center.

Follow directions and maps to designated locations.

Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the St. Charles Park District’s safety program.

Marginal Functions of the Position Enforce safety rules with all participants on the bus.

Turn in all necessary paperwork at the beginning and completion of each trip.

Physical and Environmental Requirements Position or Activity Frequently
46-100% of the time Occasionally
16-45% of the time

Rarely0-15% of the time

SittingXWalkingXClimbingXBalancingXStooping/KneelingXCrouchingXCrawlingXReachingXHandling/FeelingXStandingXStrength1-30lbsRequires a range of hearing and vision that allows the employee to safely complete the essential duties of the position with or without assistive devices, corrective lenses and/or glasses and/or a reasonable accommodation.

EO Statement and Accommodationshe St Charles Park District is an equal opportunity employer under all state and federal laws and regulations. The job responsibilities are subject to accommodations pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require assistance or accommodation with the application process, please contact the Business Department at .The Park District offers the following benefits to all Part-Time Category III employees:

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