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School Bus Driver - Offering Paid Training and a Hiring Bonus!
SOUTHLAND is currently seeking dedicated and safety-minded School Bus Drivers to join our team. This is an essential role that offers job security, a flexible schedule and allows you to make a difference by transporting our children to school safely.
Why You Should Choose SOUTHLAND
SOUTHLAND offers free personalized training, competitive wages, bonuses, and flexibility within your personal life.
- Part-time hours, 4-6 hours a day. Perfect for a stay-at-home parent, entrepreneur, or retiree!
- Paid training with a $1,000 sign-on bonus; receive $500 three months after you drive your first run and the remaining $500 after nine months!
- Earn competitive wages ($30.00 - $34.50 per hour) and be appreciated for the work that you do! There is also the opportunity to earn more by taking on additional routes
- Bring up to two preschool-aged children to work with you
- Referral and Safety bonuses
- Summers, weekends, and holidays off
- Opportunity for advancement
- Safety and service awards, driver engagement and social events, recognition programs and more!
Job Description
Drivers are responsible for safely transporting students daily and must be committed to safety and customer service.
As a School Bus Driver, you will work a split shift, driving approximately 2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the afternoon, with routes available in-between for anyone looking to pick up extra hours. You will be assigned a route that falls between the hours of 6:30 am - 9:30 am in the morning and between 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm in the afternoon. Drivers work during the school year and are given time off in July and August.
Requirements
- Valid Class 1 or 2S driver’s license; other license classes will also be considered
- Safe driving record with less than 4 demerits
- Clear criminal record and vulnerable sector search
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $30.00-$34.50 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 20 per week
Additional pay:
- Retention bonus
Benefits:
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
About Southland Transportation
SOUTHLAND Transportation is committed to safety and service in the people transportation business. SOUTHLAND operates school, charter, commuter, and specialized transportation buses throughout Alberta and in Saskatchewan.
SOUTHLAND's reputation for leadership and quality comes from the integrity and dedication of talented staff. It was the first school bus company in Canada to have its training program nationally recognized and certified by the Motor Carrier Passenger Council of Canada and is a proud member of the Student Transportation Association of Saskatchewan, Alberta Student Transportation Advisory Council, Alberta School Bus Contractors Association, and Partners in Compliance.
Top Benefits
About the role
School Bus Driver - Offering Paid Training and a Hiring Bonus!
SOUTHLAND is currently seeking dedicated and safety-minded School Bus Drivers to join our team. This is an essential role that offers job security, a flexible schedule and allows you to make a difference by transporting our children to school safely.
Why You Should Choose SOUTHLAND
SOUTHLAND offers free personalized training, competitive wages, bonuses, and flexibility within your personal life.
- Part-time hours, 4-6 hours a day. Perfect for a stay-at-home parent, entrepreneur, or retiree!
- Paid training with a $1,000 sign-on bonus; receive $500 three months after you drive your first run and the remaining $500 after nine months!
- Earn competitive wages ($30.00 - $34.50 per hour) and be appreciated for the work that you do! There is also the opportunity to earn more by taking on additional routes
- Bring up to two preschool-aged children to work with you
- Referral and Safety bonuses
- Summers, weekends, and holidays off
- Opportunity for advancement
- Safety and service awards, driver engagement and social events, recognition programs and more!
Job Description
Drivers are responsible for safely transporting students daily and must be committed to safety and customer service.
As a School Bus Driver, you will work a split shift, driving approximately 2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the afternoon, with routes available in-between for anyone looking to pick up extra hours. You will be assigned a route that falls between the hours of 6:30 am - 9:30 am in the morning and between 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm in the afternoon. Drivers work during the school year and are given time off in July and August.
Requirements
- Valid Class 1 or 2S driver’s license; other license classes will also be considered
- Safe driving record with less than 4 demerits
- Clear criminal record and vulnerable sector search
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $30.00-$34.50 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 20 per week
Additional pay:
- Retention bonus
Benefits:
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
About Southland Transportation
SOUTHLAND Transportation is committed to safety and service in the people transportation business. SOUTHLAND operates school, charter, commuter, and specialized transportation buses throughout Alberta and in Saskatchewan.
SOUTHLAND's reputation for leadership and quality comes from the integrity and dedication of talented staff. It was the first school bus company in Canada to have its training program nationally recognized and certified by the Motor Carrier Passenger Council of Canada and is a proud member of the Student Transportation Association of Saskatchewan, Alberta Student Transportation Advisory Council, Alberta School Bus Contractors Association, and Partners in Compliance.