Bus Driver - Permanent
- Richmond, BC, Canada
This is a unionized split-shift position that offers a 30-hour work week with an hourly wage rate of $29.25, plus a comprehensive benefits package including Municipal Pension, health, dental, vacation, and sick benefits. · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- This is a unionized split-shift position that offers a 30-hour work week with an hourly wage rate of $29.25, plus a comprehensive benefits package including Municipal Pension, health, dental, vacation, and sick benefits.
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Working hours
- 30 hours/week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Recognized for its diversity, dedication to inclusion, and strong partnerships with the community, the Richmond School District is among one of the largest districts in British Columbia with some of the highest graduation rates in the province. With a long history of providing high quality experiences for students, the Richmond School District strives to be The Best Place to Learn and Lead.
School District No. 38 (Richmond) is looking for a permanent, full-time bus driver to join our transportation department to transport students within the district’s 47 school facilities and on field trips. Please note this position has a split shift with a minimum of 30 hours/week with the opportunity to work increased hours upon completion of probation.
Required Qualifications
- A valid BC Class 2 Drivers License with an air brake endorsement;
- At least one (1) years work experience in the operation of passenger busses;
- Demonstrated safe driving history as represented by a Drivers abstract from the Motor Vehicle branch;
- Practical working knowledge of school bus maintenance and repair requirements;
- The ability to deal in a friendly, courteous and effective manner with a variety of passenger situations;
- A good knowledge of the Greater Vancouver geographic locations, road and traffic patterns.
Please submit a recent resume, cover letter and N level ICBC Drivers Abstract to and include the email contact information of at least two past supervisors as professional references.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however ONLY those being considered for interviews will be contacted.
Richmond School District is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Our ability to provide the best education for our student population relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Responsibilities
Transport students within the district’s 47 school facilities and on field trips. Operate buses safely and provide courteous, effective service to passengers.
Requirements
Applicants must hold a valid BC Class 2 driver’s licence with an air brake endorsement and have at least one year of passenger bus operating experience. They must also demonstrate a safe driving history, practical knowledge of school bus maintenance and repair, effective passenger service, and familiarity with Greater Vancouver roads and traffic patterns.
Skills
- Safe Driving
- Passenger Bus Operation
- School Bus Maintenance
- School Bus Repair
- Passenger Relations
- Customer Service
- Geographic Knowledge
- Road and Traffic Awareness
- Communication
- Field Trip Transportation
Benefits
- Municipal Pension
- Health Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- Vacation Benefits
- Sick Benefits
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Transportation
- Education
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Bus Driver
- Student Transportation
- School District
- Class 2 Driver’s Licence
- Air Brake Endorsement
- Passenger Bus Operation
- Safe Driving History
- Driver’s Abstract
- School Bus Maintenance
- School Bus Repair
- Passenger Service
- Greater Vancouver
- Road and Traffic Patterns
- Field Trips
- Split Shift
- Unionized Position
- Municipal Pension