Bus Assistant

Stock Transportation Limited; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Bus Assistant to ensure the safety and well-being of students during transport. This role involves assisting passengers with boarding and exiting the bus, managing student behavior, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong communication skills and ethical practices, ensuring a positive experience for students and parents alike. Join a committed team focused on delivering exceptional service and making a difference in the lives of students every day. If you are passionate about safety and working with children, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and pass a pre-employment physical examination.
• Exhibit ethical practices and integrity in all interactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist passengers boarding and exiting the bus safely.
• Manage student behavior and report issues to the school and Company.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of the bus.

Skills

Communication Skills

Ethical Practices

Tact and Diplomacy

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description - Bus Assistant (242340)

Stock Transportation Ltd. (a subsidiary of National Express LLC) operates more than 2,800 school buses and serves 35+ school districts throughout Ontario, Nova Scotia, and Alberta. Our corporate office, located in Markham ON, houses the administrative and support functions for the company. Stock Transportation has a strong record of success and decades of experience in pupil transportation. With the support of National Express Group, a global leader in transportation, we are continually focused on delivering our service promise: Getting students to school safely, on time, and ready to learn.

A DIVISION OF NATIONAL EXPRESS LLC

Purpose of Position: To maintain conduct of passengers on bus, help ensure safety of passengers, and assist passengers in getting on and off the bus, or with walking to a bus stop.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Be at least 18 years of age.
2. Exhibit the highest ethical best practices and personal integrity; share concerns about suspicious or inappropriate behavior with their supervisor or manager.
3. Pass pre-employment physical examination.
4. Attend and pass all pre-employment training and ongoing training as determined required by the Company.
5. Attend all Company Safety Meetings.
6. Report to work on time.
7. Lift and operate equipment, including seat belts, tie downs, harnesses, and wheelchairs, wheelchair clamps.
8. Lift and close bus doors daily, and assist passengers who are boarding and exiting the bus.
9. Evacuate bus in emergency situations and physically assist passengers to evacuate.
10. Possess tact and diplomacy in dealing with students, parents, and school district/board personnel.
11. Ensure passengers are safely seated while the bus is in motion.
12. Effectively manage student behavior by exercising communication and discipline as per Company policies, and report student discipline issues to the school and to the Company immediately.
13. Practice safe work habits to prevent accidents. Report all accidents, incidents, and concerns with passengers to the Company immediately. Safety-sensitive positions are subject to alcohol and drug testing in post-incidents/accidents, and in reasonable cause situations.
14. Complete all paperwork, including route change sheets and timecards, in a timely manner.
15. Assist in keeping Company vehicle neat and clean.
16. Contact parents of passengers if instructed to by the Company.
17. Conduct child checks to ensure no students are left behind on the school bus.
18. Perform other tasks as assigned by the Company.
19. Adhere to Company standards in conduct and customer service, and follow all Company policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook as well as local CSC work directions and instructions.

Monitor (School Bus) - Physical Demands, Sensory Demands, & Working Conditions

Physical Demands

• Standing: Rare 1-4%; Occasional 5-32%; 33%-65%; Continuous 66%-100%
• Walking: Rare 1-4%; Occasional 5-32%; 33%-65%; Continuous 66%-100%
• Lifting: Rare 1-4%; Occasional 5-32%; 33%-65%; Continuous 66%-100%
• Carrying: Rare 1-4%; Occasional 5-32%; 33%-65%; Continuous 66%-100%

Sensory Demands

• Vision: Required to see the roads and be aware of surroundings.
• Intellect: Required to monitor and assist passengers safely.

Working Conditions

• Noise from passengers and vehicle.
• Vibration from vehicle.
• Dust from roads.
• Chemicals: diesel or gasoline fuel, oils, washer fluids.
• Hot temperatures: summer weather, no air conditioning in bus.
• Cold temperatures: winter weather.
• Time pressures: adhere to route times.

National Express has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with its policies and values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. National Express is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children and passengers.

Primary Location

7032 Farrell Road, SE

Schedule

Part-time

Shift

Day Job

Employee Status

Regular

Travel

No

Job Posting

Sep 20, 2024, 9:55:11 PM

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