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Description

Job Purpose:  Bus Driver is responsible to provide safe and efficient transportation to and from school and school-related activities, working as part of a team to contribute to the growth and development of children and youth.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to safely and confidently operate a school bus
Good working knowledge of The Highway and Transportation Act and The Traffic Safety Act
Good working knowledge of the Saskatchewan Driver's Handbook and Saskatchewan Commercial Driver's Handbook Good understanding of, and ability to apply, a range of student behaviour strategies focused on positive reinforcement of desired behaviour. Demonstrated patience, maturity and experience working with children
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Qualifications:
Must hold and maintain a Class 1-5 Driver's License and valid School Bus Endorsement
training is available for non-licensed school bus drivers
Clear driver's abstract, with no major infractions
Satisfactory medical examinations in accordance with The Highway Traffic Act
First Aid Certification or be willing to obtain one at Prairie Valley School Division's expense.
Working Conditions:
Full time bus routes are paid at daily base rate of $49.12 plus a per km rate calculated at $0.183/km
The approximate mileage for this route is 98 kms and takes approximately 1.67 hours per day
Drivers with young children may take their children with them on the bus
Subject to CUPE Agreement
To commence April 27, 2021
Working in varied climates and differing road conditions
Physical ability to load and unload students in wheelchairs may be required.
For the full job description, please visit www.pvsd.ca/careers.
For further details of this position, please contact Transportation at 306-949-6566.