Temporary Bus Driver - Cupar

Prairie Valley School Division; Regina; On-site; CAD 11,000 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Job summary

Prairie Valley School Division is seeking a Bus Driver to provide safe and efficient transportation to and from school and related activities. The role requires maintaining a Saskatchewan Class 1-5 Driver's Licence and a valid School Bus Endorsement, with training available for non-licensed drivers.

A current SGI Driver's Abstract must be submitted, and medical examinations, plus First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a Saskatchewan Class 1-5 Driver's Licence.
• Must hold a valid School Bus Endorsement (training available for non-licensed drivers).
• A current SGI Driver's Abstract detailing all driving records for the last 5 years must be submitted with your application.
• Copy of abstract can be uploaded, emailed, or faxed to the noted addresses.
• Satisfactory medical examinations per The Highway Traffic Act.
• First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain one 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.
• Operate a school bus safely and in compliance with traffic laws and school division policies.
• Assist with loading and unloading students, including those in wheelchairs, as required.
• Adhere to schedules and communicate with transportation staff as needed.

Skills

Safe driving

Traffic Acts

Driver handbooks

Behaviour strategies

Patience with kids

Independent work

Job description

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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
• 100% employer paid health benefits plan
• Employer matched pension plan
• Drivers with young children may take their children with them on the bus
• Subject to CUPE Agreement
• Commencing as soon as possible and ending December 18, 2026 or upon return of incumbent, whichever is earlier. There is a possibility for an extension.
• Working in varied climates and differing road conditions
• Physical ability to load and unload students in wheelchairs may be required.

For further details of the position, please contactTransportation at 306-949-6566 or [e-mail].

Selection Procedure

We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted by email. Prairie Valley School Division supports the principles of a representative workforce and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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