Description

Job Title: Van Driver

Department: Club Services

Location: All Clubhouse (Float)
Reports to: Vice President of Club Services

Non-Exempt

Since 1891, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF) has provided high-quality, community-based youth development services to youth in San Francisco. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. We impact the lives of Club members, primarily ages six to 18, by focusing on academic success, healthy lifestyles, good character & community engagement, and job readiness with earning potential. We are nationally recognized for the high quality of our programs and comprehensive approach to serving youth. Whether you’re joining our administrative team, a Club team, or our Camp Mendocino team, you’ll be surrounded by enthusiastic, talented, and passionate colleagues who wake up every day ready to inspire young people to reach their full potential.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco is seeking an experienced driver to join our team and ensure the safe transportation of students from their schools to our after school program and to other Club-sponsored activities. The van schedule runs Monday through Friday from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM. BGCSF prides itself on creating a positive and inclusive environment for both our staff and the children they transport. We are looking for reliable individuals who demonstrate a strong work ethic and perfect attendance. If you meet these qualifications, we would love to hear from you.

KEY ROLES (ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES):

Transport youth members in Club vehicles as needed
Be responsible for picking up students from 1-2 stops per route, completing 3-4 routes each afternoon
Adherence to the scheduled van route and pick up and drop off times
Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of all youth during transport and assist youth boarding and disembarking the van as needed
Conduct safety inspections of van prior to and after operations including maintaining fluid levels, tire pressure, fuel and washing
Maintains scheduling and passenger records
Have a positive attitude and a passion for working with youth
Be flexible and willing to support in a Clubhouse during down time.
Communicate effectively with students and staff
Report any incidents or issues to the Vice President of Club Services within 24 hours of occurrence

Requirements

SKILLS/ KNOWLEDGE PREFERRED:

Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license with passenger endorsement

and a clean driving record. DMV driving record must not have more than one (1) point for either a moving violation or accident

Possess a high school diploma and have a minimum of two years of experience driving buses/vans. Prior experience in driving or working with after school programs, summer camps, or childcare facilities is preferred
Demonstrate impeccable safety awareness and judgment
Ability to create strong relationships and boundaries with youth in a short period of time
Strong communication skills
Ability to understand and follow systems and procedures
Current Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification (within 90 days of employment)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Must be able to lift 15 lbs.
Must be able to stand for at least 1 hour

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits + Employer Contributions
401K + 7% Employer Contribution After One Year of Service
Employee Assistance Program: In-Person Counseling + 24/7 Confidential Mental Health Support
Education Assistance
Pre-tax Transportation Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
Mandatory summer + winter Weeklong Organization-wide Closures
Professional Development Opportunities

Pay

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and BGCSF needs. At BGCSF, our decisions are based on other factors and dependent on circumstances for each position. Depending on the need and requirement of the position, an individual could be hired at or near the entry-level, mid-level or top-of-the-range for their role and compensation. As such, a reasonable estimate of the current range is $24 to $27.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.