Job Details
School District No. 53 (Okanagan Similkameen) Job Description
JOB TITLE: BUS DRIVER / JOB NO: 327
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Facilities
JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the director of facilities, the bus driver provides transportation of students.
I LLUSTRATIVE E XAMPLES OF J OB D UTIES AND R ESPONSIBILITIES :
- safely transport passengers per set schedule;
- supervise passengers and ensure bus safety rules are regarded;
- assist in emergency situations and administer basic first aid;
- carry out regulated safety inspections and complete logs;
- report bus deficiencies and malfunctions to the mechanic;
- clean bus as scheduled and/or required;
- participate in job-related training and staff development;
- communicate positively and effectively, and interact as a collaborative and consultative team member;
- understand and act in accordance with school and district policies and procedures, district Health & Safety Manual, WorkSafeBC regulations, Motor Vehicle Act, and National Safety Code;
- maintain confidentiality; and
- other duties as assigned.
- Class 2 BC driver's licence with air endorsement;
- one year experience in bus passenger transportation obtained within the last three years, and a safe driving record (driver abstract required);
- thorough understanding of the Motor Vehicle Act and National Safety Code;
- demonstrated ability to drive a school bus;
- ability to take direction from the supervisor and work as part of a team;
- effective communication skills in verbal, written and electronic format;
- strong problem-solving and organizational skills; and
- physical ability to perform all aspects of the position.
Note: Clear criminal record checks are required prior to employment with the district.