Casual Bus Drivers

Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Richmond; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A large educational institution in Metro Vancouver is seeking casual on-call Bus Drivers to operate school buses for student transportation and field trips. Applicants must possess a valid BC Class 2 Driver’s License with an air brake endorsement, have at least one year of bus operating experience, and demonstrate a commitment to safety and professionalism. The pay is $29.25 per hour plus 11% in lieu of benefits, totaling $32.47 per hour.

Qualifications

• Valid BC Class 2 Driver’s License with air brake endorsement.
• At least one year of experience operating passenger buses.
• Safe driving history as represented by a Driver’s abstract.
• Working knowledge of school bus maintenance and repair.
• Ability to interact effectively with various passenger situations.
• Knowledge of Greater Vancouver locations and traffic patterns.

Responsibilities

• Operate school buses for student transportation and field trips.
• Perform duties safely and professionally according to district policies.

Job description

Overview

Richmond School District No. 38 is recognized for its diversity, dedication to inclusion, and strong partnerships with the community. It is among the largest districts in British Columbia with some of the highest graduation rates in the province. The district strives to be “The Best Place to Learn and Lead.”

Casual On-Call Bus Drivers

School District No. 38 (Richmond) requires casual on-call Bus Drivers to work on an as-needed basis throughout the school district. The work involves operating school buses used to transport students within the district and on field trips. Please note these positions are a split shift.

Responsibilities

Operate school buses for student transportation within the district and on field trips as assigned. Perform duties in a safe and professional manner in alignment with district policies and road/safety regulations.

Required Qualifications

• A valid BC Class 2 Driver’s License with an air brake endorsement;
• At least one (1) year of work experience in the operation of passenger buses;
• Demonstrated safe driving history as represented by a Driver’s abstract from the Motor Vehicle Branch;
• Practical working knowledge of school bus maintenance and repair requirements;
• The ability to deal in a friendly, courteous and effective manner with a variety of passenger situations;
• A good knowledge of the Greater Vancouver geographic locations, road and traffic patterns.

Compensation

The basic rate of pay for this position is $29.25 per hour, plus an additional 11% in lieu of benefits, resulting in a total hourly rate of $32.47.

How to Apply

Please submit a recent resume, cover letter and ICBC Driver’s Abstract to Make a Future at https://buff.ly/3Rbk5Fq and include the email contact information of at least two past supervisors as professional references.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, ONLY those being considered for interviews will be contacted.

Commitment to Diversity and EEO

Richmond School District is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we serve. Our ability to provide the best education for our student population relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis) as part of their application.