SCHOOL BUS DRIVER - Casual

School District 60; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

School District 60 is seeking Casual School Bus Drivers to transport students to and from school on scheduled and non-scheduled trips. Roles are dispatched as needed, with a ten-month work year; applications are accepted online until positions are filled.

Under the Transportation Supervisor, drivers ensure safety, perform inspections, and address any mechanical or safety issues. This casual position requires Grade 10, a valid Class 2 with Air Brakes, and a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 or equivalent required.
• Class 2 Driver's Licence with Air Brakes endorsement required.
• Clean Driver's Abstract required.
• 2 years bus driving experience preferred.
• WHMIS certificate and safety training to be completed within probation.
• Complete safety training as required by the District.
• Must pass Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates school buses transporting students under various conditions.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections and documents findings.
• Reports defects to supervisor or dispatcher.
• Conducts student safety briefings and emergency drills.
• Maintains student discipline and assists with student registration and route planning.
• Keeps bus clean and sanitary; disinfects weekly.
• Administers minor first aid and follows safety rules.

Skills

Independent work

Prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Conflict management

Education

Grade 10 or equivalency

Job description

Position Description

There are positions available for Casual School Bus Driver(s). School Bus Drivers are hired to the District and deployed according to departmental need. Route allocations will change as required. All applications must be completed online and will be accepted until the positions are filled.

SCHOOL BUS DRIVER - CASUAL

Reporting to the Transportation Supervisor, this position is responsible for the safe transportation of students to and from school, on scheduled and non‑scheduled trips.

Hours of Work

• Casual – Dispatched as needed
• Work Year Base: Ten (10) months per year

Duties Include

• Safely operates school buses of different sizes and types under a variety of road and weather conditions, for the purpose of transporting students.
• Ensures that the school bus is road worthy by performing a pre and post trip inspection each day and records the findings on a pre‑trip inspection report sheet.
• Promptly reports any mechanical defects and safety device defects on the school bus to the Working Foreman, Dispatcher or Transportation Supervisor.
• Familiarizes students with safety regulations and procedures and performs emergency evacuation drills as directed by the Transportation Supervisor.
• Maintains student discipline on the bus and reports any problems to the Transportation Supervisor or Administrative Officer.
• Assists with the registration of bus students by giving out and collecting registration forms and by preparing a temporary student list and road map of the bus run.
• Keeps assigned bus in sanitary condition by cleaning the inside and outside of the bus as necessary and by disinfecting the inside at least once each week.
• Administers minor first aid.
• Follows proper safety rules and standards by ensuring the worksite is safe and secure, that equipment and vehicles are operated according to set standards.
• Ensures the safe handling of hazardous materials (WHMIS) and the safe use and operation of equipment and hand tools.
• Informs the Supervisor(s) and/or Administrative Officer(s) of vandalised equipment or property.
• Follows all Motor Vehicle Act Legislation.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor.

Qualifications And Attributes

• Grade 10 or equivalency
• Minimum Class 2 Driver's Licence with Air Brakes endorsement
• Clean Driver's Abstract
• 2 years recent (within 5 years) bus driving experience is preferred
• Ability to work independently and set priorities
• WHMIS certificate and other online safety training provided by the District to be completed within the probationary period
• Other applicable safety training and/or certificates as provided by the District to be completed as needed
• Must be able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search conducted by the District prior to starting employment
• Ability to manage difficult conversations in a professional manner
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to be an integral part of a team

Please Note

Proof of graduation and or highest level of education is required prior to starting work.

Contact

Janet Peterson, Transportation Supervisor – [e-mail]
All applications must be made through Make A Future website for consideration for the position. If you require assistance with the online application process please contact Colleen Stewart at 250-262-6008 or [e-mail].

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.