Bus Driver

Southridge is a co-ed, K-12 independent day school located in South Surrey, BC. The school is home to 680 students and 130 faculty and staff. We have a tradition of developing well-rounded students with a balance of knowledge and goodness, inspiring students to go out into the world and make a difference. Southridge is affectionately described as a 'lighthearted place of serious purpose' and we want you to know it's true!

If you're passionate about working in an energizing environment with colleagues that value building strong relationships, fostering strong minds and good hearts through student-centered teaching and learning, and community all while having fun, we want to hear from you!

Position Description: Bus Driver (Casual)

We are currently inviting applications for the position of bus driver. This is a casual position and follows the school calendar.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from sporting events, field trips, and special excursions such as an overnight trip following a designated pickup, planned route and time schedule.
• Assist students with boarding and exiting while the bus is stopped.
• Adhere to and enforce bus safety rules and standards including following established policies and procedures and all government regulations.
• Comply with traffic and safety laws and regulations to operate vehicle in a safe and courteous manner.
• Communicate clearly and interact with parents, faculty, and students in a courteous and professional manner.
• Complete vehicle safety check inspections prior to departing for any trip and document and report according to established guidelines and regulations.
• Complete vehicle cleanliness inspections to ensure tidiness. Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs.
• Complete all necessary paperwork as required, such as trip and mileage logs.

Education/Experience/Knowledge

• Hold a Valid B.C. Class 2 with air brake endorsement and/or Class 4 Driver's License, along with a clean driver's abstract.
• One year of related driving experience.
• Completion of Grade 12.
• Excellent driving skills free of violations and accidents.
• Ability to read and interpret maps.
• First Aid certificate, Level 1 is considered an asset.
• Experience working with groups of children and the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and faculty.

Values

The ideal candidate will be aligned with the values and mission of Southridge, will want to be an active member of a vibrant school community, and will demonstrate a desire to make a difference in the world. Southridge offers a competitive hourly range of $22.00 to $24.00 for Drivers with a Class 4 license and $30.00 per hour for Drivers with a Class 2.

Preferred candidates will be required to complete a satisfactory Criminal Records Check. To apply for this position, please visit our 'How to Apply' page for step-by-step instructions on submitting an application through our online system. This position will remain open until filled. To learn more about our school, explore our website: southridge.bc.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those under consideration will be contacted.