Bus Driver

Location: Schenectady, NY

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Transportation Supervisor

Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting, pushing, standing and sitting for prolonged periods

Hours of Work Variable from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Usually a morning and/or afternoon route. Weekends and holidays as needed.

Pay Range: The pay range is $17.22 to $24.00

Job Summary:

The Bus Driver is responsible for operating all agency vehicles, while ensuring accurate documentation and adhering to all safety and cleaning procedures. The position also assists passengers when needed and provides person centered attention and support to individuals being transported.

Job Qualifications:

• • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Qualified or able to be qualified DOT 19-A preferred.
  • Must be a minimum of 21 years of age and have a minimum of six months experience driving a bus.
  • CPR certification or able to be CPR certified.
  • Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.

• NYS Class B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement required.

Major Responsibilities:

• Operate all vehicles in accordance with Liberty Transportation manual guidelines.

• Maintain accurate mileage and attendance documents as required.
• Physically assist passengers as needed and required.
• Complete vehicle pre-trip, DOT inspection and paperwork as required.
• Maintain a clean vehicle with weekly cleaning as required.
• During inclement weather, call in as required.
• Maintain professional appearance in accordance with transportation manual

guidelines.

• Report traffic infractions/tickets before the end of the business day.
• Provide person centered individual attention to all consumers to include respect,

dignity, patience and courtesy.