Casual Bus Driver

Anglophone South School District (ASD-S); Saint John; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional education authority in Saint John, New Brunswick is seeking responsible School Bus Drivers. The role involves safely operating a school bus, conducting daily inspections, and ensuring student discipline. Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license for school bus operation, and a Standard First Aid Certificate. This position requires commitment to safety and punctuality.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED required.
• Valid driver's license endorsed for school bus operation needed.
• Completion of the School Bus Driver Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate an assigned school bus following regulations.
• Conduct daily inspections and maintenance of the bus.
• Maintain discipline and order on the bus.

Skills

Safety-consciousness

Ability to maintain discipline

Basic maintenance skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Standard First Aid Certificate

Job description

Overview

ASD-S is home to 25,000 K-12 students in the communities of southern New Brunswick, from Sussex to St. Stephen and the Fundy Isles. Our 70 schools and offices are a positive learning and working environment for more than 5,000 employees, including educators and support staff. ASD-S is committed to creating an engaging, equitable, and high-achieving learning environment for our learners, and we are looking for dedicated professionals to join our growing team.

Job Description We are seeking responsible and safety-conscious individuals to join our team as School Bus Drivers. This position involves operating a school bus on an assigned route for the Anglophone South School District. Drivers are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with applicable New Brunswick legislation and District policies, ensuring the safe and timely transportation of students.

Please note, due to the nature of the Casual Bus Driver role, assignments are often made on short notice. Therefore, applicants should reside within ASD-S boundaries or in reasonable proximity to the assigned schools. If you live outside of the ASD-S region, please explain in your application how you would meet this requirement.

Responsibilities

• Operate an assigned school bus safely and responsibly following all provincial regulations.
• Adhere to the established route schedule provided by the district.
• Conduct required daily inspections, checks, and clean-up of the assigned bus.
• Maintain discipline and orderly conduct on the bus, in accordance with District policy.
• Perform basic bus maintenance tasks as needed.
• Carry out any other related duties as assigned, in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Additional Responsibilities

• Other related tasks may be assigned as necessary to support the safe and efficient operation of student transportation.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Possession of a valid New Brunswick Driver’s License endorsed for School Bus Operation and Air Brakes.
• Successful completion of the School Bus Driver Training and Orientation Program provided by the Department of Education.
• Possession of a recognized and current Standard First Aid Certificate.
• Ability to read and write and be physically capable of performing assigned tasks.

On your application, please submit three references with names and email addresses, including two supervisory references.

Please Note: Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Resumes are kept on file for 6 months.

All Anglophone South School District facilities are scent-reduced environments.