Driver Trainer - Level 1

First Student; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 19,775 - 28,165; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Supportive team-focused environment

Job summary

First Student is looking for a Level 1 Driver Trainer in Richmond Hill, ON. This part-time role requires delivering training to existing and new bus drivers, supporting the driver candidate pipeline, and fostering a culture of safety and professionalism. Ideal candidates will have a valid Class B license, strong mentoring abilities, and at least one year of relevant experience. Join our team to make a meaningful impact on driver development and community safety.

Competitive pay is offered, alongside opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B (or higher) with appropriate endorsements.
• Minimum of 1 year of school bus or commercial driving experience.
• Clean driver abstract with no preventable collisions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training for new school bus drivers.
• Provide refresher training to existing drivers.
• Evaluate driver performance and maintain training records.

Skills

Strong communication

Mentoring

Coaching

Education

Valid Class B license or higher

1+ years of commercial driving experience

Job description

Level 1 Driver Trainer

Location: Richmond Hill, ON
Schedule: Part-Time
Hourly Premium: Home to School $17.40 per hour rate plus $1.50 per hour premium

Position Summary

First Student is seeking an experienced, safety-focused Level 1 Driver Trainer to join our Richmond Hill, ON location.

This position is designed for a highly skilled and respected driver who takes pride in developing others. We are looking for a valued team member who demonstrates leadership, flexibility, and a strong commitment to building the next generation of safe school bus drivers.

In this role, you will deliver classroom and behind-the-wheel training to experienced and existing drivers, support the driver candidate pipeline, enhance the overall driver experience, and contribute to a culture of safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced school bus driver who enjoys mentoring others, sharing knowledge, and playing a key role in strengthening the team.

Availability Expectations

The Driver Trainer must demonstrate flexibility and availability based on operational and training demands, which includes:

• Availability of 1 to 2 hrs per day (7-10 hrs/week).
• Availability Monday through Friday.
• Potential availability on weekends based on operational and training needs.
• Flexibility to support urgent or time-sensitive training requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom, skills and on the road training for new school bus drivers.
• Provide refresher, remedial, and upgrade training to existing drivers as required.
• Support the driver candidate pipeline through onboarding and training activities.
• Contribute to a positive, professional, and engaging candidate and driver experience.
• Coach and mentor drivers with a focus on safe driving practices, regulatory compliance, and confidence-building.
• Take pride in developing driver skills and fostering long-term success.
• Evaluate driver performance to ensure required skill levels and certifications are achieved and maintained.
• Maintain accurate training records in accordance with provincial, First Student, and contract requirements.
• Identify performance gaps and collaborate with local leadership to develop targeted training plans.
• Support overall safety initiatives at the location.
• Participate in meetings and training sessions as required.
• Perform other safety and training-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Valid Class B (or higher) with appropriate endorsements
• Minimum 1 year of school bus or commercial driving experience
• Clean driver abstract with no preventable collisions or moving violations in past three (3) years dated within the past 30 days
• Strong communication, mentoring, and coaching abilities
• Professional, dependable, and respected by peers
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Demonstrated commitment to safety excellence
• Attendance: No more than one (1) unexcused absence in the previous 12 months
• Warning Record: No more than one (1) written warning in the previous 12 months

How We Recognize your Value

• Competitive hourly rate
• Opportunity to serve as a valued and respected leader within the location
• Meaningful impact on driver development and community safety
• Supportive, team-focused work environment
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

We encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of visible minorities. Reasonable accommodation is available throughout the hiring process.