Bus Driver

Join Beacon Community Services as a part-time Bus Driver for our SESISEJ After School Care Program, an essential role in ensuring the safe and timely transportation of children from school to the program. This is an excellent opportunity to use your driving experience and attention to safety while contributing to a positive, child-friendly environment. Bring your experience and commitment to safety and apply to join our team today! 

Days/Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 2 pm to 4 pm  

Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Reporting to the SESISEJ Childcare Manager, the Bus Driver transports children from the school to the SESISEJ after-school care program. They conduct the pre-and post-trip inspections and ensure the safety of and timely arrival of children. An unrestricted Class 4 driver’s license is required to operate the bus.  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Safely pick up children from designated schools and transport them to the SESISEJ After School Care Program
• Ensure the safety of all passengers during transportation by adhering to traffic laws and school bus regulations
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure the vehicle is in safe working condition
• Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle
• Report any mechanical issues, accidents, or traffic violations to the supervisor
• Communicate effectively with the after-school care staff regarding any schedule changes or concerns
• Foster a safe and welcoming environment for the children during transportation

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Valid unrestricted Class 4 driver’s license. 
• Clean driving abstract 
• Previous experience in bus driving or transporting children is an asset. 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Ability to follow routes and schedules efficiently. 
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a friendly and patient demeanor. 
• Ability to handle emergencies calmly and professionally. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  

Beacon Community Services serves vulnerable populations including seniors, people with disabilities and children. Protecting these people and our teams on whom they rely on is critical to us. Accordingly:  

• All successful applicants must consent to a Solicitor General’s Criminal Record Check.  
• All successful applicants are required to disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status upon hire. Vaccination is a requirement in some of our facilities. Depending on future public health developments, Beacon may implement a vaccination requirement as a condition of ongoing employment for all our workplaces. 

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