What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver position at Golden Rain Foundation?
If you are looking to join a dynamic team and service oriented organization, consider working with us. GRF has an opportunity for a Bus Driver to join our Transportation Department. Our bus system provides transportation throughout our community and to nearby shopping centers, restaurants, and medical facilities on scheduled routes and timetables.
This position is part time and you will be working a varied schedule that will change from week to week on a rotating schedule. Your schedule will/may include weekends, holidays and evenings. If this sounds like a good match for you, keep reading...
If you:
- have a helpful service orientation that can adapt to and communicate effectively with various personalities.
- have the ability to maintain the pace in an always busy environment.
- have exceptional people skills.
- can maintain a calm demeanor when faced with challenging individuals and respond with respect and understanding.
- have a valid California drivers license AND a satisfactory driving record.
- have skills in driving safely with awareness of passenger safety.
As a Bus Driver, you will:
- Drive throughout the Leisure World property and surrounding communities on a set time schedule.
- Record daily count of passengers.
- Verify residency of passengers.
- Assist passengers with packages, walkers and wheelchairs.
- Assist passengers by providing bus route information.
- Operate the bus in a safe manner and in compliance with GRF and State traffic regulations.
- Report emergencies or accidents to Dispatcher in the Security Department immediately.
- Check bus for fuel, water, and any apparent defect.
Other things you need to know or do:
- Use a 2-way radio and hand counter.
- Frequently reach, climb, balance and stoop.
- Lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
- Pass Bus Driver Physical Examination prior to start of employment and annually thereafter.
- Respond to emergencies efficiently and to make immediate decisions.
