Bus Driver - $2,500 Retention Bonus Offered!

Pacific Western Transportation; Town of Athabasca; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Home on weekends and holidays

Job summary

Pacific Western Transportation is seeking a school bus driver in Athabasca, AB, with a $2,500 retention bonus. You’ll drive a top-tier vehicle, transport students safely, and be home every weekend and holidays.

We provide comprehensive training and flexible options for full-time routes or casual/substitute positions. The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and community impact, with requirements including a valid Alberta license, security screening, and drug/alcohol testing compliance.

Qualifications

• Valid Alberta License (No GDL license)
• Security Screening including Criminal Record Check, Child Intervention Record Check, Driver's Abstract
• Drug and Alcohol Testing compliance
• Assets: Valid Class 1 or 2 License; Standard First Aid and CPR ’C’ Certification

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and drive the school bus, ensuring timely transport of students to and from school and related activities.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure the bus is in safe working condition.
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and school staff, providing excellent customer service.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations while promoting a safe environment for children.

Skills

Valid Alberta License

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Tools

Driver's Abstract

Criminal Record Check

Child Intervention Record Check

Security Screening

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Job description

Bus Driver - $2,500 Retention Bonus Offered!

Job Category: Driver

Requisition Number: BUSDR003175

• Posted : March 11, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Athabasca, AB T9S 2A7, CAN

Description

Join Our Team as a School Bus Driver - $2,500 Retention Bonus Offered!

Get Paid to Travel Every Day!

Picture this: a workplace with an unbeatable view, driving a top-notch, $120,000 company vehicle, while ensuring the safety and happiness of our future leaders. And the best part? You’ll be home every weekend and holiday!

Sounds too good to be true? We promise, it’s not! Become a school bus driver today and embark on a rewarding journey where your impact goes beyond the wheel!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Comprehensive Training Provided: We’ll equip you with everything you need to succeed behind the wheel.
• Retention Bonus: We are currently offering a $2,500 retention bonus! This will be paid out in two installments: $1,000 following 90 days worked and the remaining $1,500 following 120 days worked.
• Flexible Scheduling: Guarantee a minimum of 4 hours of work on school days, with regular hours starting between 6:00 am - 9:00 am and ending between 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm. Perfect for parents who want to be home when their children are!

Communities We Serve:

We’re currently hiring in and around the following areas:

• Athabasca & Athabasca County
• Boyle
• Grassland
• Slave Lake
• Smith

Take Your Family to Work!

Bring your own children along for the ride—because we’re happy to pay you to help them get to school! No kids? No problem! If you cherish working with young minds and ensuring their safe transportation, we want you too!

Make a Difference

Become a role model and play a vital role in a child’s education and well-being. Your job isn’t just about driving; it’s about shaping the future!

Additional Opportunities:

Interested in more hours? Join us for charter bus trips around the community, to Edmonton, and beyond! Flexibility is in our nature.

What We’re Looking For:

While we welcome applications for both full-time routes and casual/substitute positions, here’s what you need:

• Valid Alberta License (No GDL licenses)
• Willingness to undergo a Security Screening including:
• Criminal Record Check
• Child Intervention Record Check
• Driver's Abstract
• Drug and Alcohol Testing compliance

Assets That Give You an Edge:

• Valid Class 1 or 2 License
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR ‘C’ Certification

We provide driver training for a Class 2 license with the 'S' Endorsement at our training schools located in Athabasca & Fort McMurray.

Ready to Take the Wheel?

Your journey starts here—drive into a fulfilling career today!

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and drive the school bus, ensuring the timely transport of students to and from school and related activities.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure the bus is in safe working condition.
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and school staff, providing excellent customer service.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations while promoting a safe environment for children.