PART-TIME School Bus Driver - East Ferris Bus Lines

Voyago; Bonfield; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Training provided

First Aid/CPR training

Driver-improvement course

Benefits after 30+ hours

Disability accommodations

Job summary

Transdev East Ferris Bus Lines is seeking part-time school bus drivers to transport students safely to and from school in the Nipissing District. Drivers must maintain a clean driving record, pass a background check, and be 21+.

The role offers on-site work with training and opportunities for overtime on charters. We provide in-class and on-road training, a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying hours, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Safety-focused and able to transport students safely.
• Must hold a valid minimum G class driver’s license; B class preferred.
• 21 years of age or over; clean driving record.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.
• Knowledge of Nipissing District helpful; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school.
• Ensure student safety during boarding and exiting buses.
• Perform pre/post-trip vehicle inspections for safety.
• Assist with fueling and keeping buses clean.

Skills

Safety conscious

G license

Age 21+

Clean driving record

Criminal record check

Knowledge of Nipissing District

Independent work

Split shifts

Communication skills

Customer service

Job description

Transdev (East Ferris Bus Lines) is hiring Bus Drivers for the Nipissing Student Transportation Service. Servicing Astorville, Bonfield, Callander, Corbeil, North Bay, Powassan, and Trout Creek. This posting is for an existing vacant position with Transdev's East Ferris Student Transportation Service. We are actively hiring to fill this current position.

Looking for a rewarding part-time job that fits your lifestyle? Become a School Bus Driver with Transdev in East Ferris! This is the perfect opportunity for retirees, stay-at-home parents, or anyone looking to make a positive impact in their community! As a bus driver, you have the chance to be a positive role model and friendly face in your community by transporting children safely to and from school. If you love kids, value flexibility, and want to be part of a supportive team - we want to hear from you!
Candidates applying with a current valid work permit and requiring a licence upgrade, must have at least twelve months of remaining validity on the work permit at the time of application.

Your role:

• You are responsible for safely transporting what we call “the most precious cargo” to and from school
• Ensure students’ safety while boarding and exiting buses.
• Be responsible for performing pre/post- trip vehicle inspections to ensure optimal vehicle safety.
• Help fuel and maintain the cleanliness of the bus.

Your profile

• You are safety focused
• You hold a valid minimum full G class drivers license, Preference will be given to B class drivers.
• You are 21 years of age or over
• You are a safe driver with a clean driving record
• You can obtain a clean criminal record search
• You have a sound knowledge of the Nipissing District and surrounding areas
• You have the ability to work independently
• You have the ability to work split shifts that reflect transportation requirements for school age children
• You possess solid communication skills
• Great customer service and communication skills in order to interact with passengers, parents, school employees, co-workers and the general public in a courteous and professional manner.
• You meet the required MTO medical standards required to obtain or maintainer a B licence.

Your location

By joining the East Ferris Bus Lines team you will find:

• We offer a competitive hourly pay
  - $21.30 when driving a big and mini yellow bus
  - $19.90 when driving a mini van or performing other duties
• We offer all in-class and on road training required in order to Pass a Ministry of Transportation Driver Examination or obtain a certificate of competence from a recognized authority by passing a vision screening, knowledge test and a driving test in a bus of appropriate size is provided.
• We offer a Professional Driver Improvement Course approved by the Ministry of Transportation.
• We provide First Aid, CPR & Epipen training
• Bring your kids to work option available
• Opportunities are available with charters for extra hours
• The FT comprehensive benefit package is available if you work 30+ hours or more per week.

The Perks

• We support the development, work-life balance and well-being of our employees
• We build a supportive corporate culture that encourages diversity and enables our people to flourish.
• We enable our employees to have a positive social impact by deploying sustainable mobility solutions.

• We offer comprehensive benefits packages for full time employees with an Employee and Family Assistance Program, a great company perks program and an Employee Referral Bonus for all staff
• We are an Award Winning company
• As a subsidiary of Transdev, we provide opportunities for a rewarding career with a growing, global transportation provider
• We focus on innovation and sustainable environmental initiatives
• We offer our employees opportunities to build their own experience within a local, global Group.

Transdev is committed to provide accommodation for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request of the internal or external applicant. If you require an accommodation due to a disability for an interview, please notify Human Resources directly to make appropriate arrangements when contacted for an interview.

We thank all applicants however only those under consideration will be contacted