Adult Trip Bus Driver / Chaperone

DescriptionPosition Summary

The Adult Trip Driver/Chaperone is responsible for safely transporting, supervising, and engaging participants on adult and senior trips. This position will drive a 15-passenger bus as scheduled and serve as a chaperone to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for participants. The Adult Trip Driver/Chaperone reports to the Recreation Supervisor. Work hours will vary based on scheduled trip needs.

Work Location: Wood Dale Park District Recreation Complex (111 E Foster Ave), various parks and facilities throughout the district, and specified off-site locations.

Hours: Varies based on scheduled trip needs; flexibility is required.

Benefits

• Part Time – NON - IMRF
• Part Time PTO – After one year of employment. Based on years of service and hours worked

Recreational Benefits

Fitness Studio / Open Gym membership -Employee Only

Pool Pass for Employee Only

• Discounts on recreation programs & Facility rentals – Employee Only
• Discounts on golf greens fees & cart rentals - Employee & immediate family
• Discounts on Pro Shop Purchases – Employee Only
• One hour bay time – Employee only (1 per day)
• Discounts on food purchases at Salt Creek Golf Club and 390 Golf Experience – Employee Only
• Immediate family is defined as spouse & dependent children – no extended family included

Supervision

Supervisor: Recreation Supervisor

This position supervises: No supervisory responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

• Chaperone trips as scheduled.
• Drive a 15-passenger bus as scheduled or needed.
• Maintain appropriate attendance records and other required documentation in accordance with District policy.
• Assist the Recreation Supervisor in evaluating trips and programs.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with participants and co-workers.
• Assist participants on and off the vehicle and to program locations, as needed.
• Complete required vehicle inspections and trip logs.
• Maintain a clean vehicle by checking for trash and items left behind after each trip.
• Provide excellent customer service and support Park District standards.
• Promptly communicate any accidents, safety concerns, maintenance issues, complaints, etc. directly to Recreation Supervisor in proper documentation.
• Follow district departmental safety, personnel, and administrative policies, procedures, and ordinances.
• Adhere to scheduled hours.
• Demonstrates and supports the Park District's Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QualificationsRequirements / Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a valid Illinois driver’s license
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification required, or ability to obtain shortly after hire
• Prior experience working with older adults or seniors preferred
• Flexibility, excellent communication skills, and patience
• Previous customer service experience preferred
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule, including mornings, evenings, and weekends
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods throughout the workday

Knowledge of

• Basic navigation skills, including the use of maps and GPS for route planning
• Proper use of a cell phone for communication while maintaining safety and compliance with applicable driving laws

Ability to

• Drive a 15-passenger bus
• Operate a wheelchair lift
• Make sound and safe judgements under both normal and highly stressful situations and circumstances

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires physical activity, including but not limited to walking, running, lifting, climbing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, sitting, and prolonged standing.

Lifting and carrying heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Walking on uneven surfaces including, but not limited to, grass, mud, snow, and ice.

General work areas outdoors with frequent exposure to natural and potentially extreme weather conditions.

Work is subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions.