Job Description
Job Description
CDL Bus Driver
The opportunity
Inspired by Jewish values and ideas, the Kings Bay YM-YWHA strives to build and strengthen communities, create meaningful relationships and lasting friendships, and foster deeper connections among individuals, families, and partner institutions in Brooklyn. From our flagship base in southern Brooklyn, where we operate a successful full-service Jewish community center, to our more recent inroads in Brownstone Brooklyn and North Brooklyn under the JCC Brooklyn umbrella, the Kings Bay Y has remained true to its 60-year-old mission.
Kings Bay YM-YWHA/JCC Brooklyn, a non-profit organization located in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, is looking for a full-time Driver to join our team. We are particularly interested in individuals who speak Russian and have experience transporting senior citizens and children, but this is not a requirement. Our Bus Drivers are an essential part of our organization, and we value their contributions. This job is ideal for someone who is dependable, enjoys interacting with children, and is a safe driver.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Transport senior members of our programs.
- Transport children from school to our after-school program site.
- Transport KBY members from the leading site to other off-site events.
- Develops and maintains positive relationships
- Maintain a clean and mechanically sound bus at all times
- Obey all traffic laws
- Perform inspections of the bus before and after each route
- Ensure the safety of all passengers.
- Assist students with getting on and off the bus when required
- Communicates regularly with other staff members and supervisors.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
- Must speak Russian
- CDL Driver's License Required
- Ability to safely drive a 16-passenger ambulette vehicle.
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Clean driving record
- Ability to carry out assigned routes on time
- Excellent communication skills
- Candidates MUST have a CDL Drivers license and be prepared to complete appropriate background checks and other child protection requirements.
Job Benefits (full-time)
- Health and vision coverage & dental coverage optional
- Pension Benefit plan, after one year, with agency contribution
- Life insurance, Optional 403/b plan & parental leave
- Generous Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid federal and additional holidays
- Employee program discounts
- Professional development opportunities- conferences and licenses
Schedule:
Full-time position: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM with 30 min break &additional afternoon availability
Salary:
Job Type: Full-time