Casual On-Call School Bus Driver

School District #72 (Campbell River); Campbell River; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

School District 72 (Campbell River) is seeking a Casual Bus Driver to join our team. The role involves operating school buses within the district and on field trips, with on-call availability throughout the school year.

Applicants must have 1,000 hours of recent bus driving experience, a Class 2 BC license with airbrake, and the ability to read, write, and speak English. Safe driving and maintenance of vehicles are essential, along with collaborating with staff and parents.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1,000 hours of recent experience in bus driving.
• Possess a current valid BC Drivers' License, Class 2, with airbrake endorsement.
• Have a clear understanding of bus driving functions, procedures, and equipment.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Be physically capable of performing all facets of bus driving.

Responsibilities

• Carries out all aspects of bus driving work.
• Provides a safe environment for students on the bus.
• Ensures the vehicle is maintained in safe condition.
• Practices good driving habits and defensive driving at all times.
• Directs and monitors students to ensures compliance with safe loading, riding and unloading procedures, particularly for those with special needs or prone to violent behaviour.
• Advises parents, teachers and school administrators regarding student behaviour and discipline.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with school administration, parents, staff, and students.
• Responsible for cleaning and minor maintenance of buses.
• Assists skilled mechanics and completes general related duties.
• Works from oral and/or written instruction and to established procedures including but not limited to the SD72 School Bus Driver's Manual, and individual student Risk Reduction Plans.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

English (read/write)

On-call work

Tools

Class 2 License with Airbrake

Job description

School District 72 (Campbell River) is seeking a Casual Bus Driver to join our team. The role involves operating school buses within the district and on field trips, with on-call availability throughout the school year.

Applicants must have 1,000 hours of recent bus driving experience, a Class 2 BC license with airbrake, and the ability to read, write, and speak English. Safe driving and maintenance of vehicles are essential, along with collaborating with staff and parents.