Bus Driver [Part-Time]

San Antonio Zoo•San Antonio, TX

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Collaborate with a passionate Zoo Crew in San Antonio Choosing where to grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the place you choose to work at will support and guide you. With a diversity of passionate people, San Antonio Zoo is a place where you can collaborate with others securing a future for wildlife. The Impact You’ll Make in this Role As the Bus Driver, you are responsible for the transportation of Zoo School students to/from the school to the Zoo in a safe and efficient manner. You must also express an awesome guest service attitude at all times. As a Bus Driver, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people in San Antonio. Here, you will make an impact by:

Requirements

GED/High school diploma required.
CDL license required (A, B, or C class) with “P” endorsement (passenger).
Must be able to pass background check screened under the Texas Department of Family Protective Services.
Minimum one (1) year experience driving a bus.
No at-fault traffic accidents in the last five (5) years.
Ability to carry out assigned route on time.
Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

Must be able to load/unload passengers on the bus in a friendly manner, using a name-to-face checklist
Check seatbelts and ensure children are being transported safely
Transport children and staff by following all traffic and safety laws, as well as best practice
Unload children from the bus in a friendly manner, using a name-to-face checklist
Responsible for morning crosswalk duty.
Maintain all required supplies on bus, as well as all documentation
Perform daily inspections on the buses to ensure they are washed, clean and safe to drive
Obey all traffic laws
Respond to emergencies
Support an environment that encourages inquiry, wonder, and intentional risk-taking
Interact with children and staff parents in a way that fosters empathy, curiosity, and confidence
Establish and maintain positive, cooperative, and effective working relations with fellow employees
Constantly exhibit a guest service attitude, a smile, and an obvious interest in guest comfort and service
Communicate with the public in a courteous and tactful manner and assist guests with questions and directions to various areas of the Zoo. Address the guest – do not wait to be asked
Remove trash and debris from the bus and public areas; i.e. pick up litter whenever you see it
Be knowledgeable on nature and zoo-related program topics as well as different delivery methods for Early Childhood
Monitor location, safety and well-being of all students
Attend the San Antonio Zoo’s orientation and other necessary training courses
Adhere to all policies set forth by the San Antonio Zoo
Enforce all San Antonio Zoo restrictions and limitations
Be flexible and positive in handling last minute changes in program agenda
Performs other work-related duties as required and assigned.