SRCE-26-558, Bus Driver, Inverness County

Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP • Mulgrave, NS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) is seeking qualified candidates for a Bus Driver position in Inverness County. The SRCE is part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, focused on supporting student learning, achievement, well-being, and overall success. The SRCE operates 20 schools and pre-primary programs, serving approximately 5,948 students and 375 children in pre-primary programs across the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness, and Richmond. This position is classified under CUPE Local 955.

Requirements

• Minimum class 2B or 2C license with air brake endorsement
• Proven ability to deal effectively with students on the bus, gained through experience or SRCE sponsored training program
• High school completion or equivalent in experience and training
• Four months driving experience as a professional school bus driver
• Current First Aid or willing to obtain prior to employment
• Successful completion of the SRCE sponsored casual bus driver training program, or completion of a recognized professional driver training program.
• Must provide at least three (3) work-related references; one must be your most recent supervisor.
• Must provide a current (within the last 6 months), and clear Criminal Record Check-Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

• Current Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certification would be considered an asset
• Commercial Safety College courses or related safety courses would be considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus in accordance with all safety standards as prescribed by the laws of the Province of Nova Scotia and in accordance with Strait Regional Centre for Education Policies and Procedures.
• Perform pre trip inspections at the beginning of each work day.
• Perform pre trip inspections prior to extra/co-curricular trips.
• Complete all transportation related forms as required (Hours of Work, Route & Passenger Sheets, Daily Inspection Sheets, etc.).
• Maintain discipline on school buses and follow Strait Regional Centre for Education policies and procedures of incidents on buses.
• Report all accidents in accordance with Strait Regional Centre for Education policy and procedure.
• Keep inside and outside of bus clean in accordance with Strait Regional Centre for Education standards.
• Reports mechanical problems to the appropriate designate.
• Operate the school bus in accordance with the route plan and schedule.
• Attend all Driver In-services provided by the Strait Regional Centre for Education.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Salary and Benefits information for this position can be accessed by clicking this link CUPE Local 955 Collective Agreement April 1 2024 to March 31 2026

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED