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Relief BUS DRIVER -Merritt

Nicola-Similkameen – School District #58

Merritt, B.C.

Job description

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)

Relief BUS DRIVER -_Merritt

In School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen), we recognize that we learn, teach and work on the ancestral, traditional and unceded territories of the Nle?eKepmx and Syilx people, and we acknowledge our Métis communities and their contributions to the Aboriginal ways of being, knowing and doing.

Our Strategic Plan has a “Success for ALL Learners” focus, supported by a dedicated staff, engaged stakeholders and partners who share a genuine commitment to the district. The district offers rich programming to just over 2075 students, 48% of whom are Indigenous. We are proud of our work towards Truth and Reconciliation.

The district serves the two communities of Merritt and Princeton, six First Nations Bands, the Métis and the Conayt Friendship Society. The mountains, lakes and valleys within the district make it a natural setting for fabulous, year-round outdoor activities. We offer a warm small-town atmosphere where relationships are fundamental to our success.

At this time, we invite applications for the position of: Relief Bus Driver (Merritt)

Salary and benefits will be in accordance with the C.U.P.E. Local 847 Collective Agreement.

Applicants are required to have a valid Class 2 with air or higher Driver's License and must provide a current driver's abstract.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply online complete with cover letter and resume outlining relevant background and work experience and three (3) professional references. Equivalent experience will be considered.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

About this occupation

This job is classed under Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators (NOC 73301) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.

Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators drive buses and operate streetcars, subway trains and light rail transit vehicles to transport passengers on established routes. Bus drivers are employed by urban transit systems, school boards or transportation authorities and private transportation companies. Streetcar, subway and light rail transit operators are employed by urban transit systems.

Typical duties

  • This group performs some or all of the following duties:
  • Bus drivers and streetcar operators
  • Drive buses or streetcars to transport passengers along established routes to local destinations
  • Drive buses to transport passengers and goods to intercity or long distance destinations
  • Drive sightseeing tour buses to transport passengers locally or over long distances
  • Drive buses equipped for wheelchair accessibility, and aid passengers in boarding

Usual requirements

  • Completion of secondary school is usually required.
  • Up to three months of on-the-job training, including classroom instruction, is usually provided for all occupations in this unit group.
  • A minimum of one year of safe driving experience is required.
  • Bus drivers require a Class B, C, E or F driver's licence in Ontario, and a Class 2 driver's licence is required in all other provinces and the territories.

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AI Summary

What you’ll do

Drive a school bus for School District No. 58 in Merritt

What you’ll need

Valid Class 2 driver's licence with air endorsement or higher. Current driver's abstract. Relevant background and work experience. Three professional references

Benefits

  • Benefits in accordance with the C.U.P.E. Local 847 Collective Agreement
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