Transdev (East Ferris Bus Lines) is hiring Bus Drivers for the Nipissing Student Transportation Service. Servicing Astorville, Bonfield, Callander, Corbeil, North Bay, Powassan, and Trout Creek. #INDSCHOOL
This posting is for an existing vacant position with Transdev's East Ferris Student Transportation Service. We are actively hiring to fill this current position.
Looking for a rewarding part-time job that fits your lifestyle? Become a School Bus Driver with Transdev in East Ferris! This is the perfect opportunity for retirees, stay-at-home parents, or anyone looking to make a positive impact in their community! As a bus driver, you have the chance to be a positive role model and friendly face in your community by transporting children safely to and from school. If you love kids, value flexibility, and want to be part of a supportive team - we want to hear from you!
Your role:
• You are responsible for safely transporting what we call “the most precious cargo” to and from school
• Ensure students’ safety while boarding and exiting buses.
• Be responsible for performing pre/post- trip vehicle inspections to ensure optimal vehicle safety.
• Help fuel and maintain the cleanliness of the bus.
Your profile
• You are safety focused
• You hold a valid minimum full G class drivers license, Preference will be given to B class drivers.
• You are 21 years of age or over
• You are a safe driver with a clean driving record
• You can obtain a clean criminal record search
• You have a sound knowledge of the Nipissing District and surrounding areas
• You have the ability to work independently
• You have the ability to work split shifts that reflect transportation requirements for school age children
• You possess solid communication skills
• Great customer service and communication skills in order to interact with passengers, parents, school employees, co-workers and the general public in a courteous and professional manner.
• You meet the required MTO medical standards required to obtain or maintainer a B licence.
Your location
By joining the East Ferris Bus Lines team you will find:
• We offer a competitive hourly pay
- $21.30 when driving a big and mini yellow bus
- $19.90 when driving a mini van or performing other duties
• We offer all in-class and on road training required in order to Pass a Ministry of Transportation Driver Examination or obtain a certificate of competence from a recognized authority by passing a vision screening, knowledge test and a driving test in a bus of appropriate size is provided.
• We offer a Professional Driver Improvement Course approved by the Ministry of Transportation.
• We provide First Aid, CPR & Epipen training
• Bring your kids to work option available
• Opportunities are available with charters for extra hours
• The FT comprehensive benefit package is available if you work 30+ hours or more per week.