Overview

Golden Arrow is seeking a reliable, observant, and detail-oriented Bus Monitor to support safe student transportation.

The Bus Monitor serves as an extra set of eyes on the bus, riding along on assigned school routes to observe driver practices, monitor student behaviour, and help ensure Golden Arrow's safety procedures are being followed.

This position plays an important role in promoting a safe and positive transportation experience for students, drivers, and families. The Bus Monitor observes, communicates, and documents findings, reporting any concerns to the driver or dispatch.

Important: This is a strictly hands-off position. Bus Monitors do not touch, physically assist, or discipline students. Any concerns requiring intervention must be communicated to the driver or dispatch.

Key Responsibilities:

Driver Safety and Procedure Monitoring

- Ride along on assigned school bus routes and observe driver compliance with Golden Arrow's safety procedures.
- Verify that pre-trip inspections and Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs) are completed before buses leave the yard.
- Observe student loading and unloading procedures at each stop, including the proper use of red warning lights and ensuring students are clear of the bus before it moves.
- Monitor safe driving practices, including appropriate speed, following distance, and complete stops at railway crossings.
- Verify that drivers follow assigned routes, designated stops, and scheduled times.
- Confirm that drivers complete the required child check at the end of every run by walking to the rear of the bus and checking every seat.
- Observe how drivers manage student behaviour and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel.

Documentation and Reporting

- Complete an observation report for each assigned run, including the date, route, bus number, driver name, observations, and any concerns.




- Immediately bring missed safety procedures to the driver's attention and report concerns to dispatch.
- Submit completed observation reports to the designated supervisor on the same day.
- Document positive driver performance and recognize good safety practices.
- Identify and report damaged seat belts, seats, or other bus equipment to dispatch.
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student, family, and employee information.

Emergency Preparedness

- Understand and follow Golden Arrow's school bus evacuation procedures.
- Participate in required emergency and evacuation drills.
- During an emergency, follow the direction of the driver and dispatch, provide verbal guidance to students, and contact 911 when necessary.

Qualifications and Requirements

The ideal candidate is observant, fair, professional, and comfortable working around both children and adults. They must be able to assess situations objectively, communicate concerns appropriately and professionally, and maintain accurate records.

Required Qualifications:

- Strong observation skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and factual written reports.
- Professionalism, fairness, and discretion when documenting employee performance.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with drivers, dispatch, students, parents, and school personnel.
- Basic computer or tablet skills for completing electronic reports.
- Clear Police Information Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Reliable, punctual, and available to work a split shift. 7:00-3:30am (3 days) & 9:00-5:30pm (2days)

Preferred Assets:





- Previous experience in school transportation, dispatch, safety monitoring, inspections, or auditing.
- Knowledge of school bus safety procedures, including student loading and unloading, child checks, and DVIRs.
- Experience working with children or youth.
- Class 2 driver's licence with S endorsement.
- Standard First Aid and CPR certification.

Working Conditions:

This is an active, hands-on observational role performed aboard a moving school bus. Work hours are based primarily around morning and afternoon school transportation routes.

The successful candidate must be comfortable with the following:

- Riding the bus for the full duration of assigned routes. Routes and assigned drivers may vary from day to day.
- Climbing bus steps and walking through the aisle to observe students and inspect the interior of the bus.
- Getting on and off the bus in all weather conditions, including extreme cold and early-morning darkness.
- Working in a noisy environment with students, where behaviour may occasionally be challenging.
- Maintaining focus and professionalism throughout the duration of each route.

Why Join Golden Arrow?

As a Bus Monitor, you will play an important role in supporting student safety, promoting consistent driving practices, and helping Golden Arrow maintain high standards of school transportation.

Your observations and feedback will help us recognize positive performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure the safety and well-being of the students we transport every day.

If you are dependable, observant, and passionate about student safety, we encourage you to apply! Due to the high volume of applications, please do not call to check on the status of your application. We will reach out to those who are selected.

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Company events
- Extended health care
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Bus Monitor - Edmonton
🏢 Golden Arrow (Canada)
📍 Edmonton