Permanent Bus Driver - Indian Head

Applitrack; Indian Head; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Children allowed on bus

Job summary

Prairie Valley School Division is seeking a dedicated School Bus Driver to provide safe transportation for students to and from school and activities in Indian Head, Saskatchewan. You will work as part of a team to support student growth and development and follow all regulatory safety requirements.

This full-time position offers a 100% employer-paid health benefits plan, matched pension, and flexible opportunities for drivers with young children.

Qualifications

• Must hold Saskatchewan Class 1-5 Driver's License.
• School Bus Endorsement (training available if not held).
• Clear driver’s abstract showing last 5 years of driving records.
• Satisfactory medical examinations as per The Highway Traffic Act.
• First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain one at Prairie Valley School Division's expense.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient transportation to and from school and activities.
• Work as part of a team to support growth and development of children and youth.
• Load/unload students as required, including wheelchairs.
• Adhere to Highway and Transportation Act and Saskatchewan safety policies.
• Demonstrate patience and professional conduct with students.

Skills

Safe bus operation

Highway & Act knowledge

Driver's Handbook knowledge

Positive behaviour strategies

Patience with children

Independent work

Education

First Aid Certification

Job description

• Location: Indian Head Elementary and High
• Date Available: 10/14/2026
• Closing Date: 10/08/2026

Job Purpose

Bus Driver is responsible to provide safe and efficient transportation to and from school and school-related activities, working as part of a team to contribute to the growth and development of children and youth.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to safely and confidently operate a school bus
• Good working knowledge of The Highway and Transportation Act and The Traffic Safety Act
• Good working knowledge of the Saskatchewan Driver's Handbook and Saskatchewan Commercial Driver's Handbook
• Good understanding of, and ability to apply, a range of student behaviour strategies focused on positive reinforcement of desired behaviour
• Demonstrated patience, maturity and experience working with children
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a valid Saskatchewan Class 1-5 Driver's License
• Must hold a valid School Bus Endorsement
  • training is available for non-licensed school bus drivers
• Clear driver's abstract, with no major infractions
  • A current Driver's Abstract from SGI detailing all (personal and commercial) driving records for the last 5 years must be submitted with your application
  • A copy of the abstract can be:
    • uploaded to your online application
    • emailed to [e-mail]
    • faxed to 306-543-1771
• Satisfactory medical examinations in accordance with The Highway Traffic Act
• First Aid Certification or be willing to obtain one at Prairie Valley School Division's expense.

Working Conditions

• Full time bus routes are paid at daily base rate of $58.63 plus a per km rate calculated at $0.23/km
• 100% employer paid health benefits plan
• Employer matched pension plan
• Drivers with young children may take their children with them on the bus
• Working in varied climates and differing road conditions
• Physical ability to load and unload students in wheelchairs may be required.

Selection Procedure

We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted by email. Prairie Valley School Division supports the principles of a representative workforce and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.