Driver Trainer Location: Saskatoon, SK Schedule: Part-Time Hourly Premium: Home to School $22.82 per hour rate plus $3 per hour premiumPosition SummaryFirst Student is seeking an experienced, safety-focused Driver Trainer to join our Saskatoon location. This position is designed for a highly skilled and respected driver who takes pride in developing others. We are looking for a valued team member who demonstrates leadership, flexibility, and a strong commitment to building the next generation of safe school bus drivers. In this role, you will deliver classroom and behind-the-wheel training to both new and existing drivers, support the driver candidate pipeline, enhance the overall driver experience, and contribute to a culture of safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement. This chance is ideal for an experienced school bus driver who enjoys mentoring others, sharing knowledge, and playing a key role in strengthening the team.Availability ExpectationsAvailability of 3 to 4 hrs per day (16-20 hrs/week).Availability Monday through Friday.Potential availability on weekends based on operational and training needs.Availability during peak periods, including summer and the Christmas season.Flexibility to support urgent or time-sensitive training requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver classroom, skills and on the road training for new school bus drivers.Provide refresher, remedial, and upgrade training to existing drivers as required.Support the driver candidate pipeline through onboarding and training activities.Contribute to a positive, professional, and engaging candidate and driver experience.Coach and mentor drivers with a focus on safe driving practices, regulatory compliance,



and confidence-building.Take pride in developing driver skills and fostering long-term success.Evaluate driver performance to ensure required skill levels and certifications are achieved and maintained.Maintain accurate training records in accordance with provincial, First Student, and contract requirements.Identify performance gaps and collaborate with local leadership to develop targeted training plans.Support overall safety initiatives at the location.Participate in meetings and training sessions as required.Perform other safety and training-related duties as assigned.Qualifications & ExperienceValid Class 2 (or higher) with appropriate endorsementsMinimum 2 years of school bus or commercial driving experienceClean driver abstract with no preventable collisions or moving violations in past three (3) years dated within the past 30 daysStrong communication, mentoring, and coaching abilitiesProfessional, dependable, and respected by peersAbility to work independently with limited supervisionDemonstrated commitment to safety excellenceAttendance: No more than one (1) unexcused absence in the previous 12 monthsWarning Record: No More than one (1)



written warning in the previous 12 monthsHow We Recognize your Value:Competitive hourly rateOpportunity to serve as a valued and respected leader within the locationMeaningful impact on driver development and community safetySupportive, team-focused work environmentOpportunities for growth and advancementWe aspire to create a culture where all people are First. We encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of visible minorities. Reasonable accommodation is available throughout the hiring process.First for a reason:At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.MISSIONProvide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they start and end their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential.FOCUS ON SAFETYSafety is at the heart of everything we doCARE FOR OUR STUDENTSEnsure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secureSURPASS CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONSGo the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communitiesFOSTER TEAMWORKWork together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusionSET THE HIGHEST STANDARDSContinually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence

📌 Driver Trainer (Saskatoon)
🏢 First Student
📍 Saskatoon