Van Driver

Van Driver Valid Commercial Driver's License, Class C with Passenger Endorsement Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Cruz County

Supervisor:Area Director

Status:

Non-Exempt, Part-Time, as needed

Location:Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley

Compensation:$32 – $40 / hour

Benefits:40 hours of paid sick leave per year; access to free after-school and out-of-school programs for your children; ongoing Professional Development Opportunities

School year

Schedule:

• Typical available hours across our location(s), including pre/post trip vehicle management: M, T, Th, F 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, W 11:00 am - 2:30 pm

Summer

Schedule:

• As needed for outings, field trips, and special events, which often occur weekly on a varied schedule

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Cruz County is seeking a responsible and safety-conscious Van Driver to join our team. This essential role involves safely transporting youth from designated school sites to the Club each weekday afternoon during the school year. Additionally, the Van Driver will provide transportation on an as-needed basis during the summer months for outings, field trips, and special events.

This position plays a vital part in ensuring our members have dependable and safe access to both after-school and summer programs that support their academic achievement, personal growth, and overall well-being.

• Safely operate Club-owned van(s) to transport children from designated schools to the Boys & Girls Club, as well as provide transportation for field trips, outings, and special events.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure the vehicle is in good working condition.
• Maintain accurate records of transportation logs, mileage, and any incidents.
• Ensure the safety and proper supervision of all youth during transport, including adherence to all booster seat and car seat laws and recommended best practices based on age, weight, and height requirements.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with Club staff, school personnel, and parents when needed.
• Follow all local traffic laws, transportation safety policies, and Boys & Girls Club procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the van interior.
• Report any vehicle maintenance needs or behavioral issues to the appropriate Club staff.
• Represent the Boys & Girls Club in a positive and professional manner at all times, including the ability to build supportive relationships with Club youth.

• Minimum age
  :21 years old
• Driver’s License
  :
  Valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class
  
  C) with Passenger (P) endorsement
• Driving Record:Clean driving record with no major violations; must be insurable under the Club’s vehicle insurance policy.

• Be at least 21 years of age
• Be in good physical condition
• Possess the physical ability—such as strength, coordination, stamina, and mobility—required to operate a vehicle
• Have no health conditions that could cause loss of control, impair physical or mental functioning, or lead to immobilization while driving
• Have good eyesight, either naturally or with corrective lenses, and no visual impairments that could interfere with safe vehicle operation
• Have a clean driving record within the past three years, as detailed below
• Be eligible for employment, volunteer, or contract work through BGCSCC guidelines

• DUI or DWI:
  No driver will be allowed to operate the vehicle if they have had a DUI or DWI previously.
• Conviction of Reckless Driving,Fleeing the Scene of an Accident, or Hit & Run.
• Any violations with a count of two points within 3 years
• License suspensions…