School Bus Driver

First Student; Chestermere; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading transportation provider in Chestermere, AB, is looking for a Part Time School Bus Driver. In this role, you will transport students safely and maintain order on the bus. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children and offers flexible schedules. No prior experience is required as training will be provided. Additional benefits include a daily pay range of $103 to $144 and guaranteed minimum hours. Join us to make a positive impact in your community while enjoying competitive pay and support.

Benefits

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Safety and Attendance bonuses

Employee Discount Program

Qualifications

• You must be at least 21 years old.
• Have a full Class 5 driver's license for at least 1 year.
• Looking for a part-time schedule with summers off.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school.
• Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Enjoy working with students

Leadership skills

Customer service skills

Tools

Commercial License

Job description

Overview

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Chestermere, AB

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home in the afternoon. Additional hours for field trips and special event transportation may be available. No experience is necessary to become a school bus driver. We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school bus driver.

Benefits

• Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
• Daily rate of $103 to $144 per day depending on route
• Drive both a morning and afternoon route Monday to Friday. No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required.
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues
• Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families
• Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services
• Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 4 hours per day at minimum
• Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents
• Safety and/or Attendance bonuses
• Casual dress
• Company events
• On-site parking

Your Day as a School Bus Driver

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities
• Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids
• Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits)
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary
• Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills

Who This Job is For

• Retirees looking for supplemental income
• Stay-at-home parents seeking daytime work
• Veterans transitioning into civilian roles
• Anyone seeking a second career or flexible job
• People who enjoy working with children

Candidate Requirements

• Are at least 21 years old
• Have a full Class 5 driver's license for at least 1 year
• Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off
• Enjoy working with students

Preferred Skills

• Valid Commercial License
• History driving with ride share companies or taxi services
• Previous experience as a teacher, commercial driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate

Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying flexible schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.

• Safety and/or Attendance bonus conditions apply. See location for details.

Apply today to join our team!

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce; therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We encourage applications from women, persons with a disability, Indigenous peoples and members of a visible minority. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all. First is committed to providing reasonable accommodation at all stages of the hiring process and encourage all applicants who may require such accommodation to let us know.

First for a reason: At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day. Our family of brands includes Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.