Part Time Driver Trainer

First Student; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 21,014 - 29,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive team-focused work environment

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Job summary

First Student is looking for a Driver Trainer in Richmond Hill, ON. This part-time role involves delivering training to new and existing school bus drivers and supporting their development. The ideal candidate has three or more years in school bus or commercial driving and a commitment to safety.

Responsibilities include providing classroom and road training, evaluating driver performance, and maintaining training records. A flexible schedule is required. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of school bus or commercial driving experience.
• Clean driver abstract with no preventable collisions or moving violations in past three (3) years.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom, skills, and on the road training for new school bus drivers.
• Evaluate driver performance to ensure required skill levels are achieved.
• Support overall safety initiatives at the location.

Skills

Strong communication

Mentoring

Coaching

Safety commitment

Education

Valid Class B license

Job description

Driver Trainer

Location: Richmond Hill, ON
Schedule: Part-Time
Hourly Premium: Home to School $18.49 per hour rate plus $3 per hour premium

Position Summary

First Student is seeking an experienced, safety-focused 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 both new 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

• Availability of 3 to 4 hrs per day (16-20 hrs/week).
• Availability Monday through Friday.
• Potential availability on weekends based on operational and training needs.
• Availability during peak periods, including summer and the Christmas season.
• 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 3 years 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 aspire to create a culture where all people are First. We encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of visible minorities. Reasonable accommodation is available throughout the hiring process.