CBUSFSJMay25 - Casual Bus Driver (FSJ)

St. Clement's School; Fort St. James; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Casual Bus Driver to join their team in Fort St. James. This role involves driving regular bus routes, performing inspections, and maintaining the bus. The ideal candidate will possess a BC Class 2 driver's license and have effective communication skills to interact with students and staff. This position offers flexibility with no guaranteed hours, making it suitable for those seeking casual employment. If you're passionate about supporting student transportation and safety, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Valid BC Class 2 driver's license with air endorsement and clean driving record.
• Courses in defensive driving or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive scheduled bus routes and assist with curricular and extra-curricular trips.
• Conduct inspections and preventative maintenance on the bus.

Skills

Effective Communication

Preventative Maintenance

Defensive Driving

Education

Grade 12 Completion (Dogwood Certificate)

Tools

BC Class 2 Driver’s License

First Aid Certificate

WHMIS 2015 Certificate

Job description

Details:

• External Posting # CBUSFSJMay25 - Casual Bus Driver
• Location: Fort St. James
• Casual employment with no guaranteed hours

Summary

• Drive regular and scheduled bus routes, performing a variety of skilled tasks
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, peers, and staff
• Conduct inspections and preventative maintenance on the bus
• Assist with curricular and extra-curricular trips as needed

Qualifications

• Grade 12 completion (Dogwood Certificate)
• BC driver’s license - Class 2 Full Privileged with air endorsement; clean driving record
• Valid First Aid certificate and CPR training
• Courses/training in defensive driving or equivalent experience
• At least 6 months of successful driving experience with BC Class 2 or higher license in all seasons
• WHMIS 2015 Certificate and familiarity with WorkSafeBC safety procedures

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Application Instructions

• Update your Make A Future portfolio, including contact info for at least two professional references
• Upload your current Cover Letter and Resume highlighting relevant education and experience
• Upload required certificates/documents as specified, such as:
• Driver’s abstract (Personal Driving Record) available online (Driving Record and Insurance History (icbc.com))
• WHMIS 2015 certificate (if not obtained in the last 12 months, complete online: AIX Safety - WHMIS 2015 Training)

Note: Applications must be submitted via Make A Future. E-mailed applications are not accepted.

The successful candidate will need to obtain a Criminal Record Check through the CRRP online. To expedite, consider obtaining a BC Services Card Account (BC Services Card Account (gov.bc.ca)).

For assistance with your application, contact Brittany Simrose at 250-570-4973.

About School District 91

We acknowledge the traditional territories of fourteen First Nations including Dakelh, Nedut’en, and Wet’suwet’en peoples. Our district covers five municipalities: Fort St. James, Vanderhoof, Fraser Lake, Burns Lake, and Granisle. We are committed to continuous improvement, inclusivity, and equitable outcomes for all learners.

The region has historically relied on forestry, mining, and agriculture, with a growing tourism sector. The district serves nearly 3,532 students across 18 schools, with almost 40% Indigenous students. Additionally, we operate EBUS Academy, a large online provincial school serving students across BC.