Bus Driver - Non Union (1.0 Perm) -- Stewart Valley to Swift Current Route #4077
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About the role
Job Posting
Bus Driver Non-Union (1.0 FTE Perm)
Stewart Valley to Swift Current Comprehensive High School Route
Competition #4077
The Chinook School Division is proud to serve nearly 6,000 students in 60 schools, with over 1,000 collegial and student-centered teachers and support staff. We are a vibrant and progressive school division located within Saskatchewan's great Southwest. Our Division is committed to our guiding principles; Communication, Shared Responsibility, Positive Relationships and Ongoing Monitoring and Improvement. The Division affirms the right of all students and staff to be contributing members of a school community that is safe, caring and respectful of all people.
Chinook Is Committed To Supporting Diversity And Inclusion In Our Schools And Workplace As Indicated In AP 176. Successful Candidates Are Expected To
understand the importance of supporting a welcoming environment; present a positive attitude towards inclusion and diversity; identify opportunities to support inclusion and diversity; and, take meaningful action.
Start Date: Beginning of 2026-2027 School Year
Responsibilities
Safely transport students to and from school on all student attendance days; Regular cleaning of the bus; Adherence to safe bus driving procedures; Compliance with all personal protective equipment procedures; Advising parents of route changes; Regularly communicating with school Administration and Transportation Department personnel regarding student
conduct;
Conducting daily vehicle inspections as required by The Traffic Safety Act; Ensuring bus maintenance standards are being maintained and mechanical deficiencies are reported to the bus
garage in a timely manner;
Providing casual employees with an orientation to your bus, bus route and rules specific to your route; Promoting the vision, mission, values and goals of Chinook School Division;
Desired Qualifications And Skills
Minimum Class 5 license with School Bus “S” Endorsement; Possess and maintain a satisfactory driver’s abstract; Previous experience working with children; Strong communication skills; Strong interpersonal skills; Strong cognitive ability to make sound decisions; Ability to work as part of a team; Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; Ability to deal with a broad range of students, staff and members of the general public; Basic computer skills; Good physical condition Ability to exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally Ability to exert up to 20 lbs of force frequently Ability to exert up to 10 lbs of force constantly Benefits
Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employee benefit package Positive work environment Pay Range: $20.29 - $22.17 per hour and bus expense allowances. Additional $0.2610 per KM rate when driving over 80 KMs. This route is expected to be approximately 267 KMs.
Application Process
Visit Chinook School Division's to view current openings. Click on “Apply Online” to create an online employment profile and apply for jobs. Upload a resume and cover letter to your online profile. You must include three references for your application to be considered. Once your profile has been created, you need to apply to this Job posting. Please attach a signed SGI Driver Abstract Authorization (found ) to your application. Candidates who are successfully shortlisted will be contacted for an interview. Following a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to obtain their “S Endorsement”.
“S” Endorsement Process
Pick up a driver handbook from your local SGI office or the transportation department. Submit a Bus Driver Medical to SGI (you will need to make arrangements with your health care professional to have this document completed). Once the medical is completed and approved, you can book your written exam with SGI. Contact Chinook's Driver Assessor to make arrangements for Chinook Driver Training; Book your road test with SGI. Upon successful completion, submit a copy of your “S” Endorsement certification to Human Resources.
Applications must be submitted prior to 3:00 p.m. on June 30th, 2026.
For more information about this position, please contact Travis Kelln, Superintendent of Schools and Transportation by email at or Shauna Lacher, Manager of Human Resources by email at Please submit your application to the attention of Shauna Lacher, Manager of Human Resources and reference job #4077.
All Applicants will be subject to an interview prior to being employed by the division.
Please note: all successful applicants must agree to a Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search as a condition of employment.
By virtue of the submission of the application, the applicant agrees that the Director or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.
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About Chinook School Division #211
The Chinook School Division is proud to serve approximately 6000 students in 62 schools, with 1125 collegial and student centered teachers and support staff. We are a vibrant and progressive school division located within Saskatchewan's great Southwest.
Our Division's aim is to continue to be an educational leader in the province providing unique opportunities, services and support to all children in southwestern Saskatchewan. Our educational community believes and values collegiality, professional growth, authentic partnerships, and assessment for learning where improving student learning opportunities is paramount.
Chinook, encompassing an area of 42 750 square kilometres, is the second largest school division in the province. Situated in beautiful Southwestern Saskatchewan, its geographical boundaries begin 80 kilometres east of Swift Current and include the United States border to the south, the Alberta border to the west and the Saskatchewan River to the north.
We are known for our geographical wonders, our friendly communities, and our innovation and leadership in education. Located within our Division are the Cypress Hills and Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Parks, the Great Sand Hills, Scotty the T-Rex, and the Grasslands National Park. The Southwest offers its residents outstanding educational opportunities, excellent health care, shopping, and first class cultural and recreational facilities. Historical sites across the region will take you back to Chief Sitting Bull, the forming of the North West Mounted Police and the building of Fort Walsh. This is only part of the story, because the history of this area goes back ten thousand years, and each visit presents you with a new adventure. Our area's economy is based primarily on manufacturing, agriculture, and petroleum.
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Bus Driver - Non Union (1.0 Perm) -- Stewart Valley to Swift Current Route #4077
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Posting
Bus Driver Non-Union (1.0 FTE Perm)
Stewart Valley to Swift Current Comprehensive High School Route
Competition #4077
The Chinook School Division is proud to serve nearly 6,000 students in 60 schools, with over 1,000 collegial and student-centered teachers and support staff. We are a vibrant and progressive school division located within Saskatchewan's great Southwest. Our Division is committed to our guiding principles; Communication, Shared Responsibility, Positive Relationships and Ongoing Monitoring and Improvement. The Division affirms the right of all students and staff to be contributing members of a school community that is safe, caring and respectful of all people.
Chinook Is Committed To Supporting Diversity And Inclusion In Our Schools And Workplace As Indicated In AP 176. Successful Candidates Are Expected To
understand the importance of supporting a welcoming environment; present a positive attitude towards inclusion and diversity; identify opportunities to support inclusion and diversity; and, take meaningful action.
Start Date: Beginning of 2026-2027 School Year
Responsibilities
Safely transport students to and from school on all student attendance days; Regular cleaning of the bus; Adherence to safe bus driving procedures; Compliance with all personal protective equipment procedures; Advising parents of route changes; Regularly communicating with school Administration and Transportation Department personnel regarding student
conduct;
Conducting daily vehicle inspections as required by The Traffic Safety Act; Ensuring bus maintenance standards are being maintained and mechanical deficiencies are reported to the bus
garage in a timely manner;
Providing casual employees with an orientation to your bus, bus route and rules specific to your route; Promoting the vision, mission, values and goals of Chinook School Division;
Desired Qualifications And Skills
Minimum Class 5 license with School Bus “S” Endorsement; Possess and maintain a satisfactory driver’s abstract; Previous experience working with children; Strong communication skills; Strong interpersonal skills; Strong cognitive ability to make sound decisions; Ability to work as part of a team; Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; Ability to deal with a broad range of students, staff and members of the general public; Basic computer skills; Good physical condition Ability to exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally Ability to exert up to 20 lbs of force frequently Ability to exert up to 10 lbs of force constantly Benefits
Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employee benefit package Positive work environment Pay Range: $20.29 - $22.17 per hour and bus expense allowances. Additional $0.2610 per KM rate when driving over 80 KMs. This route is expected to be approximately 267 KMs.
Application Process
Visit Chinook School Division's to view current openings. Click on “Apply Online” to create an online employment profile and apply for jobs. Upload a resume and cover letter to your online profile. You must include three references for your application to be considered. Once your profile has been created, you need to apply to this Job posting. Please attach a signed SGI Driver Abstract Authorization (found ) to your application. Candidates who are successfully shortlisted will be contacted for an interview. Following a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to obtain their “S Endorsement”.
“S” Endorsement Process
Pick up a driver handbook from your local SGI office or the transportation department. Submit a Bus Driver Medical to SGI (you will need to make arrangements with your health care professional to have this document completed). Once the medical is completed and approved, you can book your written exam with SGI. Contact Chinook's Driver Assessor to make arrangements for Chinook Driver Training; Book your road test with SGI. Upon successful completion, submit a copy of your “S” Endorsement certification to Human Resources.
Applications must be submitted prior to 3:00 p.m. on June 30th, 2026.
For more information about this position, please contact Travis Kelln, Superintendent of Schools and Transportation by email at or Shauna Lacher, Manager of Human Resources by email at Please submit your application to the attention of Shauna Lacher, Manager of Human Resources and reference job #4077.
All Applicants will be subject to an interview prior to being employed by the division.
Please note: all successful applicants must agree to a Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search as a condition of employment.
By virtue of the submission of the application, the applicant agrees that the Director or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.
Not the right fit? Search for Bus Driver jobs in Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Canada
About Chinook School Division #211
The Chinook School Division is proud to serve approximately 6000 students in 62 schools, with 1125 collegial and student centered teachers and support staff. We are a vibrant and progressive school division located within Saskatchewan's great Southwest.
Our Division's aim is to continue to be an educational leader in the province providing unique opportunities, services and support to all children in southwestern Saskatchewan. Our educational community believes and values collegiality, professional growth, authentic partnerships, and assessment for learning where improving student learning opportunities is paramount.
Chinook, encompassing an area of 42 750 square kilometres, is the second largest school division in the province. Situated in beautiful Southwestern Saskatchewan, its geographical boundaries begin 80 kilometres east of Swift Current and include the United States border to the south, the Alberta border to the west and the Saskatchewan River to the north.
We are known for our geographical wonders, our friendly communities, and our innovation and leadership in education. Located within our Division are the Cypress Hills and Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Parks, the Great Sand Hills, Scotty the T-Rex, and the Grasslands National Park. The Southwest offers its residents outstanding educational opportunities, excellent health care, shopping, and first class cultural and recreational facilities. Historical sites across the region will take you back to Chief Sitting Bull, the forming of the North West Mounted Police and the building of Fort Walsh. This is only part of the story, because the history of this area goes back ten thousand years, and each visit presents you with a new adventure. Our area's economy is based primarily on manufacturing, agriculture, and petroleum.