Permanent Bus Driver - Lumsden

Prairie Valley School Division; Lumsden; On-site; CAD 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Family-friendly policy

Job summary

Prairie Valley School Division is seeking a School Bus Driver to provide safe and reliable transportation for students to and from school and related activities. The role requires operating a school bus, adhering to regulatory acts, and applying positive behaviour strategies with children.

You will work within a supportive team, enjoy employer-paid health benefits, and participate in a pension plan. Flexible start dates and potential for training in School Bus Endorsement are offered.

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 drivers).
• Clear driver's abstract with no major infractions; SGI abstract from last 5 years must be submitted.
• Satisfactory medical examinations as per The Highway Traffic Act.
• First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain it at Prairie Valley School Division's expense.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient transportation to and from school and school-related activities as part of a team.

Skills

Operate bus

Highway acts knowledge

Driver's handbook knowledge

Student behaviour strategies

Patience with children

Independent work

Education

Saskatchewan Class 1-5 Driver's License

School Bus Endorsement

Clear driver’s abstract

Medical examinations per Highway Traffic Act

First Aid Certification

Job description

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] or
    • 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
  • The mileage for all routes will be paid at least at the minimum of 90 kms for a total of $79.33 per day
• 100% employer paid health benefits plan
• Employer matched pension plan
• Drivers with young children may take their children with them on the bus
• Commencing as soon as possible
• Working in varied climates and differing road conditions
• Physical ability to load and unload students in wheelchairs may be required.

Prairie Valley School Division supports the principles of a representative workforce and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted by email.