We encourage qualified individuals, especially those with experience working in or alongside First Nation communities, to apply and join our team. This is a great prospect to contribute to the well-being and future of our children while working in a supportive and community-focused environment.

To view the full and qualifications, please visit the link below

Job Title: School Bus Driver

Location: Beaver Lake Cree Nation

Job Type: Full-Time During School Year

Job Summary: The School Bus Driver will primarily be responsible for transporting students of various ages to and from their homes and their respective schools in an effective and safe manner. This individual will be responsible for following established routes and ensuring the established schedule is followed so passengers arrive at their destination on-

time. The School Bus Driver will maintain the health and safety of the students while transporting, loading and unloading the students, and ensure that all policies and procedures are followed while operating the vehicle.

Key Responsibilities:

- The bus driver operates buses in a safe and efficient manner at all times, including

safe backing procedures
- Obeys traffic laws including, but not limited to, using driver seat belt, obeying the

speed limit, stopping at stop signs/lights, using turn signals and lights appropriately, and maintaining proper following distance.
- Uses proper loading/unloading procedures in accordance with local procedure, and

clearly communicates loading/unloading expectations and procedures to students.
- Adheres to the dress code including proper foot wear in accordance to local policy.
- Understands and abides by laws and local policies concerning visual, manual, and

mental distracted driving.
- Reports all accidents and completes required duties and paperwork in accordance

with local policy/procedure.




- Adheres to laws and local procedures regarding transporting only authorized riders,

and riders exiting a stop other than their regular designated stop.
- Establishes and maintains a positive rapport with students. Knows and uses student

names. Greets students as they enter/exit the bus.
- Clearly communicates rules/procedures/expectations to students (including field

trips, sport trips, etc.).
- Uses preventative measures to avoid misbehavior, and enforces rules. Addresses

and ignores behaviors with good judgment. Addresses individual or group with good judgment. De-escalates situations appropriately, speaking firmly/calmly, referring misbehaviors back to rules/procedures, and using appropriate level of response.
- Assigns seats in accordance with local policy/procedures/supervisor suggestions.
- Maintains an acceptable attendance record in accordance to supervisor

standards. Gives appropriate notice of requested leave and sub driver. Follows the regular route schedule as rigidly as conditions permit.
- Participates in evacuation drills (minimum of 2 a year), and leads in

training students and student helpers in evacuation drills and incapacitated-driver procedures.
- Meets deadlines for paperwork (timesheets, route sheets, bus rolls, etc.) Willingly

and actively participates in meetings and trainings.
- Maintains bus cleanliness in accordance to local policy/procedure. This includes

ensuring the dash, aisle, floor, steps, emergency exit pathways, windows,



and mirrors are clean and clear.
- Conducts and documents pre/post-trip assessments as required by law and local

policy/procedure. Submits bus maintenance work orders appropriately in a timely manner. Maintains proper mirror positioning.
- Appropriately uses 2-way radio (or other form of communication) in accordance

with local policy/procedure to communicate with schools, dispatch, and other drivers. All communication should meet the supervisor’s standard for professionalism and customer service.
- Documents student misbehavior appropriately, and follows through with bus

conduct forms when necessary. Driver communication with school administrators and parents meets the supervisor’s standard for professionalism and customer service.
- Ensures all necessary emergency numbers, emergency student release forms,

accident forms, bus conduct forms, bus work order forms, student contact information, and emergency supplies are kept up to date on the bus per laws and local policy/procedures.

Qualifications:

Education:

- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- Class 2 Drivers License with Safety Endorsement
- Equipment Operation Certification is an asset
- Defensive driving course completion is an asset

- First Aid Certificate

Experience:

- Minimum 1 year of Bus Driver experience
- Experience working on or with a First Nation Community is preferred
- Experience performing routine vehicle maintenance

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and references to [email protected] Please include “School Bus Driver Application” in the subject line.

Beaver Lake Cree Nation is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those from First Nations communities.

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