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.

ILLUSTRATIVEEXAMPLES OFJOBDUTIES ANDRESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.

REQUIREDQUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.

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Posted On

May 06, 2026 01:10 PM EST/EDT

Closing Date & Time

Ongoing

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Job Type

Occasional

Job Category

ECE, EA and Support Staff

City

OLIVER

School/Location

School District No.53

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Salary

$32.13

Employment Start Date

Start Immediately

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