Jobs Board
Heavy Duty Mechanic - Bus Driver
Job Summary
Qualifications
Your Qualifications, Education and Experience include:
- High school graduation or the equivalent
- Successful completion of the B.C. Apprenticeship Program and a valid B.C. Trade Certification as a Heavy Duty Mechanic or Commercial Transport Mechanic
- Minimum of one-year related experience at the journeyman level
- Physical capability to perform the job duties
- Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
- Valid B.C. Class 2 Driver’s License with an Air Brake Endorsement
- Valid WCB Occupational First Aid Level 1 certificate
- Current Commercial Vehicle Inspection Certificate with class/endorsements 12345 A
Description/Duties
Bus Driver, Heavy Duty Mechanic
Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools is seeking a Heavy Duty Mechanic - Bus Driver within the Transportation Department. This is an opportunity to work with a forward-thinking School District that, together with families and communities, enable all students to become life‐long learners and productive, caring citizens by providing inclusive, challenging and engaging educational opportunities through the continuous improvements of instruction and supports for learning. The position provides excellent benefits and a supportive work environment that encourages teamwork and personal growth.
Bus Driver - Heavy Duty Mechanic – Your Role
Under the direction of the Transportation Manager or Designate, you will assist with the repair and maintenance of School District vehicles and ancillary equipment and perform as bus driver when needed. Working with a team of Transportation professionals, you will apply your current and relevant skills, training, and experience in the areas of Mechanical trades, Commercial Vehicle Transportation and student transport.
How to apply
Please apply via Make a Future at https://bit.ly/3wiTHhi. Refer to this detailed job description.
Applications should include a detailed personal résumé, cover letter, certificates and diplomas, as well as transcripts. Please provide a minimum three professional references from direct supervisors.
Note: Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools thanks all applicants for their interest in working with us, however, only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
About Make a Future
Make a Future is a recruitment initiative created by the BC Public School Employers’ Association as a joint venture among BC’s 60 public boards of education, the First Nations Education Steering Committee, and the Ministry of Education. The Makeafuture.ca website launched on April 28, 2008 as the official job board for BC public schools and BC First Nations schools.
Mission
Make a Future – Careers in BC Education is the education recruitment, selection, and retention practice leader. We provide and promote high quality, innovative, cost-effective, and timely support to the education sector to facilitate the creation, maintenance, and development of a qualified sustainable workforce.