Bus Driver

St. Margaret's School; Victoria; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Transit access

Job summary

St. Margaret’s School (SMS) is seeking a Regular Bus Driver to provide safe transportation for students in the Greater Victoria area. This bargaining unit position sits within the Professional Employees Association and requires a Class 4 or 2 license and a clean driver record.

20 hours per week with a starting wage of $30.52–$34.14 per hour, depending on years of service. The school is located in Victoria, BC and notes a strong safety culture with on-site facilities.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 4 or Class 2 Driver's License.
• 5 years of verifiable safe driving experience.
• Submission of a current driver record (Driver Abstract from ICBC).
• Completion of a Criminal Records Check for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Drive safely and responsibly for student transport.
• Respect staff, students, and equipment.
• Promote and maintain a culture of safety.
• Perform daily safety checks and bus cleanliness.
• Complete pre/post trip inspections and report maintenance needs.

Skills

Valid Driver's License Class 4/2

5 years driving experience

ICBC Driver Abstract submission

Criminal Records Check

Customer service

Job description

Bus Driver

Regular

Internal/ External Posting

Posting Date: September 2, 2026

Closing Date: September 7, 2026

Posting #2026068

Hours

Regular – 20 hours per week. 4

Salary

Starting wage of $30.52 - $ 34.14per hour, depending on years of service at SMS.

This is a bargaining unit position, in the Professional Employees Association.

All candidates must be legally able to work in Canada.

Summary

St. Margaret’s School (SMS) is Western Canada’s only girl-centered, independent day and boarding school located in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada on the unceded traditional territories of the Esquimalt Nations, Songhees Nations, and W̱SÁNEĆ Nations. Founded in 1908, SMS is an international centre for girl-centered learning and leadership development, providing empowering education for girls from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 (boarding grades 7–12). St. Margaret’s School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) School offering the Diploma Program.

St. Margaret’s School is looking for a Regular Bus Driver to join our positive and energetic community. The key responsibility is to provide safe transportation to our students around the Greater Victoria area.

The Bus Driver works with members of the St. Margaret’s community to coordinate the safe pickup and transportation of students in a courteous and respectful manner.

Core Competencies

• Integrity & Trust
• Service Orientation
• Adaptability
• Innovation
• Resilience
• Professional Knowledge
• Communication & Collaboration

Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive safely and responsibly while being prepared for all driving conditions.
• Respect fellow staff, customers, and equipment.
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of safety.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks including ensuring the bus is clean.
• Complete pre and post trip inspections on every trip, reporting any requirements for maintenance or repair immediately to Transportation Coordinator.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience

• Valid Class 4 or Class 2 Drivers License.
• 5 years of verifiable safe driving experience.
• Submission of a current driver record (Driver Abstract from ICBC).

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Good communication skills (both verbal and written) to be able to interact with fellow drivers and members of the SMS community.
• Completion of a Criminal Records Review Check for the purpose of working with children.
• Demonstrated customer service skills including conflict resolution, problem solving and sound decision-making.
• Actively support the vision, mission and values of our School.

Valued Benefits

A career with St. Margaret’s School will offer you the opportunity to be part of dedicated team of professionals in a dynamic and rewarding educational environment. This position is located on the school campus, with access to rapid transit, on-site gym, and other amenities.

St. Margaret's School emphasizes a dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion across living, learning, and work environments. The school aims to have its workforce mirror the diversity of students and the community. Actively encouraging applications from groups facing historical or current equity barriers, the institution is committed to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive community. Employees needing employment support, technical aids, or accommodations, are encouraged to contact Human Resources [e-mail].

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