School District #8 (Kootenay Lake)

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School District #8 (Kootenay Lake)
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School District #8 (Kootenay Lake)
Nelson, BC
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School District #8 (Kootenay Lake)
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School District #8 (Kootenay Lake)

Casual/On-Call Bus Drivers

Nelson, BC, Canada

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Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 14, 2026

Original job description

School District 8 - Kootenay Lake is looking for qualified candidates to work on an as needed basis as Casual / On-Call Bus Drivers for the 2026-2027 School Year. Qualified candidates will be considered for placement on the established casual lists for each of the Family of Schools within the District. Please note that driving a school bus requires skill, tact, professionalism and a keen interest in working with students.

All awarded applicants will be required to join the CUPE Local 748 Union.

Note: A Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check will be required from successful applicants, with a review every five (5) years.

Position Description:

Operates a school bus, in the provision of student transportation and support services. The employee ensures that the vehicle is in safe condition and in accordance with all applicable Acts, Regulations and Board Policy.

Reports to:

Director of Operations or designate.

Direct Reports:

N/A

Duties & Responsibilities:

Transports students to and from schools and on local, out-of-town, and overnight field trips.

Operates vehicle and ensures safety.

Informs passengers of safety rules and supervises/enforces rules during trips.

Communicates with transportation supervisors, teachers and school administrators regarding student behavior and discipline.

Assisting in administering minor first aid to students

Conducts pre- and post-trip inspections of bus in accordance with transportation guidelines and legislation and reports defects.

Performs minor emergency repair

Ensures interior and exterior cleanliness, and regularly fuels bus.

Monitors two-way radio.

Maintains manifests and logbooks

The above job description reflects the principle functions of the job. Other comparable or transient duties which are within the area of knowledge and skills required by the job description may also be assigned.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience:

Grade 10

Class 2 driver’s license with air brake endorsement.

Two years of professional driving experience in buses or large vehicles

or professional class 2 driver training from an accredited driver training program.

Level One First Aid is an asset.

Skills & Knowledge & Abilities

SKILLS:

Skilled in the operation of a school bus including pre and post trip inspection procedures.

The proper operation of a two-way radio.

Good communication skills

Patience, tact, discretion, professionalism and confidentiality.

Skilled in managing students, with a sensitivity and understanding about building good relationships with children and youth.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of applicable statutes, regulations, and codes.

ABILITY

To remain calm in challenging situations.

To work with children and youth daily and respond to students effectively.

To adjust expectations.

To be flexible.

To follow directions.

RESPONSIBILITY

Safe operation of a school bus while following applicable statutes, regulations, and codes

Conducts pre- and post-trip inspections of a school bus in accordance with transportation guidelines and legislation and reports defects.

Ensures interior and exterior cleanliness, and fuels bus.

Passenger compliance with safe loading, riding, and unloading procedures.

Reports student behavior and discipline.

Communicates appropriate information to teachers, administrators, and transportation staff.

Working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods.

Must always act in a professional manner and adhere to the district strategic plan, policies and procedures.

Supports students with diverse needs and abilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily inside a school bus but will require outside work which may be in varied conditions dependent on weather and location.

Work may involve long intervals of sitting.

There will be extensive travel in all types of weather throughout the year.

Work can be challenging as there are time schedules, student management, adverse driving conditions and possible emergency situations.

May be exposed to challenging behaviours as well as youth under the influence of substances.

May be exposed to bodily fluids.

SALARY:

Wages and employment benefits per CUPE collective agreement.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Good Working relationship with:

School District 8 staff

Students

Parents/Guardians

For more information please contact Lisa Phillips, Manager of Operations at lisa.phillips@sd8.bc.ca or 250-428-5329.

Please include your driver's abstract into the "Additional Documents" section of the application process.

School District 8 supports equity hiring for Indigenous applicants.

*If you are experiencing any technical issues with your application process to contact Make A Future's customer service line as HR cannot upload or assist with these types of issues. We also cannot accept documents via email such as cover letters/resumes/transcripts/teaching reports via email as they do need to be part of the employee's Make a Future profile.

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Responsibilities

The bus driver at School District 8 will transport students to and from school and on field trips, inspect and clean the bus, and keep logbooks and manifests. They will also enforce safety rules and report student behaviour to staff.

Requirements

Candidates need Grade 10, a Class 2 licence with air brake endorsement, and two years of professional bus or large-vehicle driving or accredited professional Class 2 training. Level One First Aid is an asset, and candidates need patience, tact and a calm approach with children.

Skills

School bus operation
Pre-trip and post-trip inspection
Two-way radio operation
Student management
Minor first aid
Minor emergency repair
Manifests and logbooks
Air brake systems
Defect reporting
Conflict de-escalation
Route safety
Communication
Relationship building with children and youth

Keywords

school bus driver
bus driver
Class 2 licence
air brakes
student transportation
pre-trip inspection
two-way radio
first aid
CUPE
on-call
casual
field trips
school district

Seniority

Entry level

Licences and certifications

Air brake endorsement
Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check
Level One First Aid

Tools

School bus
Two-way radio

Languages

English

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