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Bus Driver
Job Summary
Qualifications
- Completion of Grade 10 (minimum).
- Class 2 Driver's License with air endorsement and skill in safe operation of a school bus.
- Acceptable driving record.
- First Aid Certificate (1 day Emergency First Aid with CPR or equivalent).
- Ability to interact with students in an effective manner.
- Ability to determine, judge and select appropriate course of action within limits of established methods and procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively using tact and discretion in the explanation and clarification of information.
Description/Duties
The Langley School District is situated on the traditional unceded territories of the Matsqui, Kwantlen, Katzie, and Semiahmoo First Nations. At Langley School District, we prioritize student success through a holistic approach to education, valuing both academic achievement and personal growth. Our dedicated team of educators, support staff, and administrators work collaboratively to create dynamic learning experiences that inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity.
Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive community that celebrates diversity, innovation, and collaboration. Whether you're a seasoned educator or embarking on your journey in the field of education, Langley School District offers ample opportunities for professional growth and development.
Are you interested in a rewarding career supporting students in public schools? Reporting to the Transportation Supervisor, District Bus Drivers transfer students to and from school, and other school related activities. Once hired, a casual employee can view all internal postings for Term and Continuing positions and has the contractual right to post into vacancies to secure more consistent and/or guaranteed hours.
POSTING DETAILS
- Position – Bus Driver
- Start Date - As soon as possible (flexible)
- Schedule - Casual / On Call (hours vary)
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs pre-trip inspection of bus and maintains record of same.
- Transports students to and from school and for other school related activities.
- Assists students when necessary.
- Maintains student discipline and reports misconduct to school administrator.
- Fuels bus.
- Maintains cleanliness inside and outside of bus.
- Maintains records such as fuel consumption, mileage, and trip information.
- Transports students on field trips and other school related activities as required.
- Works with a Bus Monitor as required.
- Operates equipment such as a school bus, pressure washer, fuel pumps and vacuum.
- Performs other assigned comparable duties which are within the scope of knowledge, skills and abilities required by this class specification.
For your application to be considered, all required documents must be included:
- Resume
- Email addresses for a minimum of three references (ideally, former supervisors from your most recent/relevant role)
- Proof of completion of Grade 10 / graduation from high school (or completion of other post-secondary education)
- Scanned copy of your valid BC Driver’s license (with a Code 15 endorsement for Air Brakes)
- Recent copy of your driver’s abstract/history (obtained from ICBC)
- Valid/Current first aid certification (proof of registration for the course can serve as a placeholder for your application; however, you need to complete the course prior to beginning work in the district)
PLEASE NOTE
- In accordance with the Criminal Record Review Act, successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Record Check prior to employment.
- We thank you for your interest in the Langley School District; however, only those persons selected for interviews will be contacted.
Qualified applicants are invited to apply on Make a Future at https://buff.ly/3VcnMvj.
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.