YMCA Reston - CDL Driver

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the Metropolitan DC area. The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Position: CDL Driver          Salary: $18.00 - $22.00

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a leading nonprofit organization that has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The Y is a cause driven organization that offers tremendous opportunities to make a difference. We invite you to join us in this amazing work to develop your skills, to realize your leadership potential and discover a career that is so much more than a job.
 
About the Job
The Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) driver position reports to the Program Director. The CDL driver plays a key role in support of the YMCA mission by providing a safe and efficient means of transportation for YMCA Reston members, volunteers, participants, and employees.

Some of the exciting tasks you will do as an CDL Driver include but are not limited to:

• Comply with all applicable federal and state regulations regarding the operation of various types of vehicles in transporting YMCA participants to and from school, special events, field trips, etc.
• The CDL driver handles a variety of responsibilities including transporting vehicles thru inspection as needed.  Making  sure tags and registrations are valid by reporting them to the transportation Director within 30 days prior expiration.
• Pre-inspects vehicle before leaving the YMCA and on returning, using the pre-trip/post trip inspection report.
• Ensures the vehicle has an accident reporting kit and First Aid kit with Bloodborne Pathogen equipment
• Exercises student/participant management through communication and discipline per YMCA policy and maintains control of student/participant passengers at all times to ensure safe operation of vehicle.

Current Shifts Available

• Monday through Friday 7:30am to 9:30am & 2:30pm to 5:00pm

Education, Certification, Skills, and Experience

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background check
• Must have a Commercial Drivers License with P Endorsement and S Endorsement
• Must provide a copy of driving record and should have no points
• Must take random drug screenings
• All speeding tickets and parking tickets must be paid by the driver

Working Conditions:

• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Must have visual acuity to observe all children

We offer the following benefits:

Compensation for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington provides progressive employee benefits. 10% employer-funded retirement plan with vesting after two years of service; 403(b) employee savings plan; high quality supplemental insurance; free YMCA membership for employee, numerous professional development opportunities, an exciting and collaborative work environment, and the ability to work with creative, talented and diverse individuals!

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility: 

• Drives YMCA buses, providing a safe and efficient means of transportation for YMCA members, volunteers, participants, and employees 

Supervisory Responsibility: 

X No Supervisory responsibility   

¨ Provides guidance, leadership, or training to other employees (no direct supervision)  

¨ Directly responsible for supervising non-exempt, clerical, or office administration personnel 

¨ Directly responsible for supervising exempt, professional, or technical employees 

¨ Directly responsible for supervising supervisory/managerial employees 

Organizational Structure: 

Job title to which this position reports: TBD  

Job titles directly reporting to this position: None  

Job titles indirectly reporting to this position: None 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Ensures that all passengers are seated before moving the vehicle 

• Ensures the vehicle has an accident reporting kit and First Aid kit with Bloodborne Pathogen equipment 

• Preinspects vehicle before leaving the YMCA and on returning, using the pre-trip/post trip inspection report 

• Reports all accidents and vehicle damage to the Executive Director immediately 

• Properly secures vehicle ensuring: 

• There is at least a half tank of gas for the next driver 

• Removes all trash or lost and found articles from the vehicle 

• Closes all windows and lock all doors 

• Identifies any replacement items needed for the First Aid kit and report them to the Executive Director 

• Returns all completed inspection sheets to the Executive Director 

• Transport vehicles thru inspection as needed. 

• Make sure tags and registrations are valid by reporting them to theTransportation Director within 30 days prior expiration. 

• Other duties as required 

Customer Service Standards: 

Staff Engagement: 

• Greets all children and adults with a smile  

Facility Excellence: 

• Provides a safe and clean environment for all kids and adults 

• Is knowledgeable about the other service area programs and offerings 

Show: 

• Builds lasting positive relationships with parents and their kids 

Required Competencies: 

Mission Advancement 

• Values - Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. 

• Community - Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. 

Collaboration 

• Inclusion - Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. 

• Relationships - Builds rapport and relates well to others. 

Operational Effectiveness 

• Decision Making - Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. 

• Quality Results - Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. 

Personal Growth 

• Self Development - Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. 

• Emotional Maturity - Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships 

• Functional Expertise - Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. 

Education, Certification, Skills, and Experience: 

• High school diploma or GED 

• Must be 21 years old 

• Must have a Commerical Drivers License with P Endorsement and S Endorsement 

• Must provide a copy of driving record and should have no points 

• Criminal Background Check 

• Must take random drug screenings 

• All speeding tickets and parking tickets must be paid by the driver 

YMCA Leadership Certification: 

Position requires ongoing progress towards Leader Certification 

Working Conditions: 

• Ability to sit for long periods of time 

• Must have visual acuity to observe all children