Floater School Bus Driver

Floater School Bus Driver

Location: Calgary, AB

Apply online, in-person at 4105 - 13A Street SE or text to apply: text V7425883 to 1-647-496-5716.

SOUTHLAND is currently seeking Floater School Bus Drivers to join our team in both north and south Calgary. Successful applicants must have an excellent knowledge of the city and enjoy the challenge of covering different runs.

We offer free personalized training, competitive wages, bonuses, and flexibility within your personal life.

• Floater Drivers work a split shift of 6:00 am to 9:30 am and 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday
• Free Class 2 training with a hiring bonus
• Competitive wages
• Referral and safety bonuses
• Summers, weekends, and holidays off
• Opportunity for advancement
• Employee recognition programs

Job Description

Drivers are responsible for safely transporting students on a daily basis and must be committed to safety and customer service. Floater Drivers are laid off during July, August, Spring Break, Christmas Break, and any other school holiday over 5 days in duration.

In addition to your duties as a School Bus Driver, the principal duties and responsibilities of the Floater Driver are:

• Complete mandatory wheelchair training
• Be willing and able to drive any route and operate any equipment for Complex Learning Needs (CLN) or School Bus
• Perform non-driving duties, as assigned, during scheduled hours
• Drive safely and responsibly; be prepared for all road and weather conditions
• Verify with Dispatch what schools are on PRO
• Keep an up-to-date route binder
• Maintain radio contact and use proper radio protocol
• Be prepared and ready to go at the designated banking location assigned by dispatch; communicate with dispatch at the scheduled time
• Manage passenger behavior by quickly and effectively solving problems
• Submit bus misconducts to school when necessary

Requirements

• Valid Class 5 (non-GDL) driver's license (FREE Class 2 training provided)
• 4 or less demerits, with a relatively clean abstract
• Clear criminal record
• 10 years commercial driver's abstract