St. Francis Xavier school is seeking a casual bus driver to join them. The Bus Driver is accountable to operate the school bus in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life. The job will routinely drive students to events within the City of Edmonton with some travel outside of the area. Upon completion of daily routines, the incumbent will assist with additional duties.

The incumbent must hold an Alberta Class 2 driver’s licence with an S-Endorsement and certification to operate vehicles with air brakes.

The work is strongly guided by the Alberta Traffic Laws. The work is also guided by Division standards, policies, procedures, protocols and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Protected operation of Division vehicles in adherence to Alberta Traffic Laws and Division policies regarding operation of vehicles

Operate the school bus in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures

Pick-up and drop-off students in accordance within a set schedule

Take attendance on the school bus

Ensure students are aware of rules and responsibilities as passengers

Maintain order and discipline on the school bus

Make note of any behavioural or disciplinary problems

Ensure vehicle is maintained in a clean and road-worthy condition by performing daily cleaning, and routine maintenance checks

Advise the principal of any requirements for maintenance or repairs

Report any traffic tickets, accidents,



defects or mechanical problems to supervisor and maintain records of vehicle mileage pertaining to regular maintenance schedules

Ensure the bus is safely and securely stored

Resolve problems due to late pick-ups or drop offs

Perform other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge and Experience:

High School Diploma

Knowledge of Edmonton and area with a well-developed understanding of road and traffic systems

Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and legislation

Knowledge of highway and school bus regulation and related safety legislation

Valid Alberta Class 2 driver’s license with an S-Endorsement and certification to operate vehicles with air brakes

Knowledge of Division and department policies and procedures

Working knowledge of Microsoft programs – Word, Outlook and the Internet

General knowledge of the Division’s operations and the school’s programs is required

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to provide a clean Driver’s Abstract upon hire and as requested

Ability to schedule and plan priorities to meet deadlines and manage conflicting demands

Good communication skills

Fluency in the English language including both oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to exercise tact, courtesy and good judgment when dealing with teachers, students, co-workers and the general public

Availability

Available during school hours 8:00AM to 3:00PM as needed

Available as early as 6:00 AM

Available for evening trips (can be up to 10:00 PM)

Available for overnight out of town trips as needed

Casual position - no guarantee of set hours and are on call

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📌 Casual Vehicle Operator II - Bus Driver (Alberta)
🏢 Edmonton Catholic Schools
📍 Alberta