School Bus Driver

Kootenay Rockies Tourism Association; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional tourism association in Cranbrook is seeking a School Bus Driver responsible for safely transporting students to and from school. Candidates must have specialized bus training, a valid Class 2 driver’s license, and CPR certifications. The position offers a starting hourly wage of $25, part-time hours on school days, and includes a benefits package. Preference is given to candidates of Ktunaxa or other First Nations ancestry.

Benefits

Favorable benefits package

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Completion of specialized bus driver training.
• Valid Class 2 driver's license with air brake endorsement.
• Experience in the transportation industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate the school bus, transporting children to and from school and on field trips.
• Perform basic mechanical inspections and determine required maintenance.
• Complete safety checks of the vehicle prior to each trip.

Skills

Completion of specialized bus driver training

Valid Class 2 driver's license with air brake endorsement

Clean driver's abstract

Valid CPR and First Aid certificates

Experience in the transportation industry

Job description

Position Summary

The School Bus Driver is responsible for transporting students to and from the ʔaq̓amnik̓ School, ensuring a safe environment for students at all times. This important role ensures proper maintenance of the school bus and takes any required actions to ensure it is in good working order.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the school bus, transporting children to and from school and on field trips.
• Perform basic mechanical inspections, determine required maintenance, and either complete repairs or arrange for repairs with a mechanical facility.
• Perform safety checks of the vehicle prior to each trip, and complete required tasks to ensure safe and continuous bus operation, including cleaning the interior and exterior and refueling.
• Inform students of safety rules and supervise/enforce rules during trips.

The successful candidate holds completion of specialized bus driver training, a valid Class 2 driver’s license with air brake endorsement, a clean driver’s abstract, and valid CPR and First Aid certificates. Experience in the transportation industry is an asset. Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Record Check clearance are required.

Hourly wage starting at $25 per hour and will commensurate with experience and qualifications. Includes a favorable benefits package and pension plan.

Shifts are typically 7:00 – 9:00 am and 2:30 – 4:30 pm on school days for an average of 4 hours per day/20 hours per week. There is opportunity for additional hours for field trip coverage as well.

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume marked “School Bus Driver” to:

• Recruiting at ʔaq̓am
• 7470 Mission Road, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 7E5.
• email: [e-mail]

Applications will be accepted until a qualified candidate is hired and will be reviewed as received.

For more information, please visit our website: www.aqam.net under Employment Opportunities.

Preference will be given to candidates of Ktunaxa or other First Nations ancestry and ʔaq̓am encourages applicants to self-identify within your application. Thank you to all those that apply; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.