Spare School Bus Driver

N210 - Prairie Bus Lines LTD; City of Lacombe; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local transportation company in Lacombe is seeking Spare School Bus Drivers to provide relief coverage for school bus routes. This role offers flexibility, allowing drivers to work as little or as often as they like, with competitive wages and paid training. Candidates must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license and demonstrate effective communication skills. A clean driving record is essential, and the possibility of transitioning to a regular part-time position exists.

Benefits

Flexibility within personal life

Competitive wages and bonuses

Paid training

Employee recognition programs

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license (training provided to upgrade to Class 2S).
• Clear criminal record and vulnerable sector search.
• Safe driving record with less than 3 demerits.

Responsibilities

• Provide relief coverage for school bus routes.
• Transport students safely to and from school.
• Be available for at least 10 days and work a minimum of 1 shift per month.

Skills

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Punctuality

Map Reading Skills

Job description

Overview

Spare School Bus Drivers provide relief coverage when needed and are responsible for safely transporting students to and from school. Spare Drivers must be able and willing to drive the routes that are available. Successful candidates must be committed to safety and customer service and will possess superior oral and written communication skills. Routes fall between the hours of 6:30 am - 9:30 am in the morning and 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm in the evening.

Why You Should Choose Prairie Bus Lines

• Flexibility within your personal life – earn extra income on your schedule
• Competitive wages and bonuses
• Evenings, weekends, school holidays (Christmas, Spring Break etc.) and summers off
• Paid training
• Referral and training bonuses
• Employee recognition programs

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday – spare drivers are able to provide their availability in advance and work as little or as often as they like. Spare drivers must be available for at least 10 days and work a minimum of 1 shift per month.

Spare drivers are paid according to the route they are covering. This role does offer the possibility of transitioning into a regular part-time position in the future.

Requirements

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license (training provided to upgrade to a Class 2S)
• Clear criminal record and vulnerable sector search
• Organized, punctual, and reliable
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Working knowledge of Lacombe and surrounding areas and map reading skills
• Safe driving record with less than 3 demerits