Bus Driver - Balgonie (2 positions)

Prairie Valley School Division; Balgonie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school division is seeking a Bus Driver to ensure safe transportation for students. This role involves working with children, requiring a valid Class 1-5 Driver's License and excellent interpersonal skills. Candidates will enjoy a competitive daily wage and can potentially bring young children on board. Full training for non-licensed candidates is available.

Benefits

Training available for non-licensed school bus drivers

Ability to take children on the bus

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Saskatchewan Class 1-5 Driver's License for at least 2 years.
• Must hold and maintain a valid School Bus Endorsement.
• Satisfactory medical examinations in accordance with The Highway Traffic Act.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient transportation to and from school.
• Work as part of a team to contribute to the growth and development of children.
• Manage student behaviour with positive strategies.

Skills

Safe Operation of a School Bus

Knowledge of Highway and Transportation Act

Ability to Apply Behaviour Strategies

Experience Working with Children

Ability to Work Independently

Education

Valid Saskatchewan Class 1-5 Driver's License for at least 2 years

Valid School Bus Endorsement

Tools

First Aid Certification

Job description

Job Purpose: Bus Driver is responsible to provide safe and efficient transportation to and from school and school-related activities, working as part of a team to contribute to the growth and development of children and youth.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to safely and confidently operate a school bus
• Good working knowledge of The Highway and Transportation Act and The Traffic Safety Act
• Good working knowledge of the Saskatchewan Driver's Handbook and Saskatchewan Commercial Driver's Handbook
• Good understanding of, and ability to apply, a range of student behaviour strategies focused on positive reinforcement of desired behaviour
• Demonstrated patience, maturity and experience working with children
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  
  

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a valid Saskatchewan Class 1-5 Driver's License for at least 2 years.
• Must hold a valid School Bus Endorsement
• training is available for non-licensed school bus drivers
• Clear driver's abstract, with no major infractions
• A current Driver’s Abstract from SGI detailing all (personal and commercial) driving records for the last 5 years must be submitted with your application
• A copy of the abstract can be:
• uploaded to your online application,
• emailed to [e-mail] or
• faxed to 306-543-1771.
• Satisfactory medical examinations in accordance with The Highway Traffic Act
• First Aid Certification or be willing to obtain one at Prairie Valley School Division's expense.
  

Working Conditions

• Full time bus routes are paid at daily base rate of $57.26 plus a per km rate calculated at $0.22/km
• All routes are paid at the minimum of 90 kms for a total of $77.06 per day. Actual mileage paid depends on the route assignment.
• Drivers with young children may take their children with them on the bus
• Commencing August 25, 2025
• Working in varied climates and differing road conditions
• Physical ability to load and unload students in wheelchairs may be required.
  

For the full job description, please click here. For further details of the position, please contact Transportation at 306-949-6566 or [e-mail].

Application Procedure

• Posting will remain open until suitable candidate has been hired. Interested applicants should submit their application online at www.pvsd.ca/careers.
  
  

Selection Procedure: We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted by email.

Prairie Valley School Division supports the principles of a representative workforce and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.