Bus Driver - Floater, 10-month

St. Clement's School; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Abbotsford School District is seeking a Bus Driver to ensure safe transportation for students and staff. This role involves operating the bus, managing passenger behavior, and adhering to safety regulations. Successful candidates will have a Grade 12 diploma, relevant experience, and a valid Class 2 BC Driver’s License. The position offers a guaranteed minimum of 25 hours per week with potential for more, along with extended health benefits and a pension plan.

Benefits

Extended health benefits

Pension plans

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Valid Class 2 BC Driver’s License with air ticket.
• Clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the school bus according to a set schedule.
• Manage student behavior and maintain order.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and maintain bus cleanliness.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to multi-task

Understanding of cultural diversity

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

First Aid Level I

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Abbotsford School District is located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Semá:th First Nation and Mathxwí First Nation. We respect the longstanding relationships that Indigenous Nations have to this land, as they are the original caretakers.

Why Abbotsford?

Located under an hour from Vancouver, the Abbotsford School District is settled in the heart of the beautiful Fraser Valley surrounded by spectacular mountain views.

Learn more about the Abbotsford community: tourismabbotsford.ca // thefraservalley

Why the Abbotsford School District?

Our employees provide a world-class, innovative educational experience for over 19,000 students daily. We foster creativity, inspire excellence, and challenge everyone to embrace growth.

Working in public education is rewarding and challenging, with opportunities to help children learn, grow, and succeed.

This position involves a morning and afternoon split shift, with varying routes and times. You are guaranteed a minimum of 25 hours per week, with potential to increase hours. The position includes extended health benefits and pension plans. During training, you will be paid minimum wage; upon successful completion, you will receive the regular wage.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under supervision, the Bus Driver safely operates the school bus according to a set schedule, ensuring passengers are transported safely and on time. Passengers include students, students with special needs, staff, and volunteers. The driver manages student behavior, maintains order, reroutes around traffic issues, and communicates with dispatch via radio. Customer service skills are essential for handling complaints courteously and professionally.

The driver is responsible for the bus's condition and cleanliness, including inspections, logging mileage, communicating issues, and cleaning the bus interior and exterior.

The role is self-directed but requires adherence to safety regulations and district policies, with duties performed through interpersonal and technical skills.

During training, pay is at minimum wage; post-training, regular wages apply upon successful completion.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Operate school buses safely, including pre-trip inspections, maintaining records, cleanliness, reporting deficiencies, and fueling.
2. Communicate rules and responsibilities to students.
3. Manage passenger behavior professionally and report incidents to supervisors.
4. Handle complaints courteously and relay messages appropriately.
5. Maintain equipment and supplies neatly and report damages or repairs.
6. Attend training sessions and maintain First Aid Level 1 certification.
7. Perform other duties as assigned, ensuring confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent, with First Aid Level I.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Valid Class 2 BC Driver’s License with air ticket, clean driving record.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, internet, and software learning ability.
• Ability to judge and decide according to policies and procedures.
• Understanding of cultural diversity.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills, respectful and courteous.
• Ability to work well in a team, maintain confidentiality, and follow safety regulations.
• Knowledge of highway and school bus safety regulations, scheduling, and equipment cleaning standards.
• Ability to operate a school bus safely and maintain accurate records.