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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 for at least 2 years.
- 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 transportation@pvsd.ca
- 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 $58.63plus a per km rate calculated at $0.23/km
- The mileage for all routes will be paid at least at the minimum of 90 kms for a total of $79.33 per day
- 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 February 12, 2027 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.
Prairie Valley School Division supports the principles of a representative workforce and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.
For further details of the position, please contactTransportation at 306-949-6566 or transportation@pvsd.ca .