Job opportunity
Casual Vehicle Operator II - Bus Driver
Edmonton Catholic Schools
St. Francis Xavier school is seeking a
casual bus driver
to join them. The Bus Driver is accountable to operate the school bus in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life. The job will routinely drive students to events within the City of Edmonton with some travel outside of the area. Upon completion of daily routines, the incumbent will assist with additional duties.
The incumbent must hold an Alberta Class 2 driver’s licence with an S-Endorsement and certification to operate vehicles with air brakes.
The work is strongly guided by the Alberta Traffic Laws. The work is also guided by Division standards, policies, procedures, protocols and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Safe operation of Division vehicles in adherence to Alberta Traffic Laws and Division policies regarding operation of vehicles
Operate the school bus in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures
Pick-up and drop-off students in accordance within a set schedule
Take attendance on the school bus
Ensure students are aware of rules and responsibilities as passengers
Maintain order and discipline on the school bus
Make note of any behavioural or disciplinary problems
Ensure vehicle is maintained in a clean and road-worthy condition by performing daily cleaning, and routine maintenance checks
Advise the principal of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
Report any traffic tickets, accidents, defects or mechanical problems to supervisor and maintain records of vehicle mileage pertaining to regular maintenance schedules
Ensure the bus is safely and securely stored
Resolve problems due to late pick-ups or drop offs
Perform other duties as assigned
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge and Experience:
High School Diploma
Knowledge of Edmonton and area with a well-developed understanding of road and traffic systems
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and legislation
Knowledge of highway and school bus regulation and related safety legislation
Valid Alberta Class 2 driver’s license with an S-Endorsement and certification to operate vehicles with air brakes
Knowledge of Division and department policies and procedures
Working knowledge of Microsoft programs – Word, Outlook and the Internet
General knowledge of the Division’s operations and the school’s programs is required
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to provide a clean Driver’s Abstract upon hire and as requested
Ability to schedule and plan priorities to meet deadlines and manage conflicting demands
Good communication skills
Fluency in the English language including both oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to exercise tact, courtesy and good judgment when dealing with teachers, students, co-workers and the general public
Availability
Available during school hours 8:00AM to 3:00PM as needed
Available as early as 6:00 AM
Available for evening trips (can be up to 10:00 PM)
Available for overnight out of town trips as needed
Casual position - no guarantee of set hours and are on call
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Apply on source site casual bus driver
to join them. The Bus Driver is accountable to operate the school bus in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life. The job will routinely drive students to events within the City of Edmonton with some travel outside of the area. Upon completion of daily routines, the incumbent will assist with additional duties.
The incumbent must hold an Alberta Class 2 driver’s licence with an S-Endorsement and certification to operate vehicles with air brakes.
The work is strongly guided by the Alberta Traffic Laws. The work is also guided by Division standards, policies, procedures, protocols and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Safe operation of Division vehicles in adherence to Alberta Traffic Laws and Division policies regarding operation of vehicles
Operate the school bus in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures
Pick-up and drop-off students in accordance within a set schedule
Take attendance on the school bus
Ensure students are aware of rules and responsibilities as passengers
Maintain order and discipline on the school bus
Make note of any behavioural or disciplinary problems
Ensure vehicle is maintained in a clean and road-worthy condition by performing daily cleaning, and routine maintenance checks
Advise the principal of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
Report any traffic tickets, accidents, defects or mechanical problems to supervisor and maintain records of vehicle mileage pertaining to regular maintenance schedules
Ensure the bus is safely and securely stored
Resolve problems due to late pick-ups or drop offs
Perform other duties as assigned
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge and Experience:
High School Diploma
Knowledge of Edmonton and area with a well-developed understanding of road and traffic systems
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and legislation
Knowledge of highway and school bus regulation and related safety legislation
Valid Alberta Class 2 driver’s license with an S-Endorsement and certification to operate vehicles with air brakes
Knowledge of Division and department policies and procedures
Working knowledge of Microsoft programs – Word, Outlook and the Internet
General knowledge of the Division’s operations and the school’s programs is required
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to provide a clean Driver’s Abstract upon hire and as requested
Ability to schedule and plan priorities to meet deadlines and manage conflicting demands
Good communication skills
Fluency in the English language including both oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to exercise tact, courtesy and good judgment when dealing with teachers, students, co-workers and the general public
Availability
Available during school hours 8:00AM to 3:00PM as needed
Available as early as 6:00 AM
Available for evening trips (can be up to 10:00 PM)
Available for overnight out of town trips as needed
Casual position - no guarantee of set hours and are on call
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