Bus Driver Non Union (1.0 Perm) Consul School #3902

Chinook School Division No. 211; Swift Current; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A school division in Saskatchewan is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to transport students safely. Ideal candidates must possess a Bus Driver’s endorsement, a clean driving record, and exhibit a positive attitude towards inclusion and diversity. The role offers a competitive hourly salary, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Apply now to join a committed educational community focused on student-centered support.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Employee benefit package

Positive work environment

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bus Driver’s endorsement (School Bus S) class 5.
• Clean driver's abstract is necessary.
• Ability to interact positively with students and staff is required.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely.
• Daily operation of the bus during school attendance periods.
• Perform daily cleaning and disinfection of the bus.

Skills

Bus Driver’s endorsement (School Bus S) class 5

Clean driver's abstract

Ability to deal tactfully and cooperatively

Good physical condition

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Posting Details

Bus Driver Non Union (1.0 FTE Perm)

Consul School

Competition #3902

The Chinook School Division is proud to serve nearly 6000 students in 60 schools with over 1000 collegial and student‑centered teachers and support staff. We are a vibrant and progressive school division located within Saskatchewan’s great Southwest. Our Division is committed to our guiding principles; Communication, Shared Responsibility, Positive Relationships and Ongoing Monitoring and Improvement. The Division affirms the right of all students and staff to be contributing members of a school community that is safe, caring and respectful of all people.

Chinook is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in our schools and workplace as indicated in AP 176. Successful candidates are expected to :

• understand the importance of supporting a welcoming environment;
• present a positive attitude towards inclusion and diversity;
• identify opportunities to support inclusion and diversity; and
• take meaningful action.

Desired Qualifications

• Bus Driver’s endorsement (School Bus S) class 5. Chinook will provide training and expense reimbursement to candidates who have not yet obtained an S endorsement;
• Clean driver's abstract;
• Ability to deal tactfully and cooperatively with public students and staff;
• Good physical condition;
• Basic computer skills.

Duties (may include but are not limited to)

• Transporting students safely;
• Daily driving when students are in attendance;
• Daily disinfecting and cleaning of the bus;
• Adhere to following safe bus driving procedures;
• Comply with all Personal Protective Equipment procedures.

Benefits

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan;
• Employee benefit package;
• Positive work environment;
• Pay Range: $20.29 – $22.17 per hour, $0.261 per KM (over 80 km driven) and bus expense allowances. All Bus Drivers are deemed to have a four‑hour workday unless the route is deemed a double route. Double routes will have a five‑hour workday.

Application Process

• Visit Chinook School Division’s Employment Page to view current openings;
• Click on Apply Online to create an online employment profile and apply for jobs;
• Upload a resume and cover letter to your online profile. You must include three references for your application to be considered;
• Once your profile has been created you need to apply to the Casual Bus Driver Job posting;
• Please attach a signed SGI Driver Abstract Authorization (found here) to your application;
• Candidates who are successfully shortlisted will be contacted for an interview;
• Following a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to obtain their S endorsement.

S Endorsement Process

• Pick up a driver handbook from your local SGI office or the transportation department;
• Submit a Bus Driver Medical to SGI (you will need to make arrangements with your health care professional to have this document completed);
• Once the medical is completed and approved you can book your written exam with SGI;
• Contact Chinook’s Driver Assessor to make arrangements for Chinook Driver Training;
• Book your road test with SGI;
• Upon successful completion submit a copy of your S Endorsement certification to Human Resources.

Applications must be submitted prior to 3:00 p.m. on November 28 2025.

For more information about this position please contact Travis Kelln, Superintendent of Schools and Transportation by email at … and Shauna Lacher, Manager of Human Resources by email at … Please submit your application to the attention of Shauna Lacher, Manager of Human Resources.

All Applicants will be subject to an interview prior to being employed by the division.

Please note: all successful applicants must agree to a Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search as a condition of employment.

By virtue of the submission of the application the applicant agrees that the Director or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.

Key Skills

Load & Unload, School Bus Driving, Employee Evaluation, Communication skills, Interviewing, Paratransit, Van Driver, Bus Driving, Commercial Driving, Driving, Human Resources, Motor Coach Experience

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1

Hourly Salary

Salary: 20 – 22