Bus Driver - CDL

Bus Driver - CDL

Pay Range $ 26.79 - $27.00

Company Overview

Community Teamwork is a private non-profit organization located in Lowell MA. We employee over 600 employees and are a catalyst for social change. We leverage our programs, our partnerships, and our collective voice to foster equity, compassion, and community engagement by creating housing, education, and economic opportunities.

Position Summary:

We are seeking Bus Drivers with their CDL to operate a school bus as required for the purpose of picking up and discharging program participants at authorized points in the Lowell service area. Work as a team with the Bus Monitor to ensure collaborative service.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Safely transport children as assigned on route copy, to include field trips and activities.
• Ensure children are released only to authorized individuals.
• In conjunction with Bus Monitor, maintain route copy and assist substitute monitor.
• Must adhere to FMSCA rules pertaining to Motor Coach/Bus version Department of Early Education and Care (EEC), Head Start and State DOT rules.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and vehicle with Bus Monitor.
• Follow Transportation policies and procedures as outlined.

The duties listed above are representative of the work performed. Other related duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid CDL with S & P endorsements, Mass. School Bus Certificate
• Must have reliable transportation to work site.
• Bi-lingual skills desired.
• Evidence of recent Mantoux test, physical exam, and MMR vaccine.
• CORI/DCF review prior to employment.
• Pass Pre-Employment Drug Test
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds minimum.
• Must conform to physical requirements of DOT Federal Motor Carriers Regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish, English/Khmer English/Portuguese)

Compensation and Benefit Information

At Community Teamwork, our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. We offer:

• 4 Weeks of Paid Time Off - Paid Sick Leave - 12 paid holidays.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Company Paid Life Insurance – Critical Illness Insurance-Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement - Career Advancement and Professional Development Opportunities
• 5% employer contribution to your 401K retirement account after 6 months of employment
• Great co-workers and a great mission with an outstanding Community Action offering a chance to help make a real difference in the lives of those we serve.
• The base salary range represents the Agency’s good-faith estimate of the compensation for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation within the range will be based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Vets/Disabled

This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral member of an innovative team in an organization committed to excellence.