School Bus Driver - Ontario

Voyago•Kingston, ON

3d•CA$21 - CA$23•Onsite

About The Position

Voyago and East Ferris Bus Lines are recruiting School Bus Drivers for the Student Transportation division in Simcoe, Hanover, Kingston, Ottawa, and North Bay. This is a split shift position, requiring drivers to be located close to the school coverage areas. The role involves safely transporting students, prioritizing their safety, conducting vehicle inspections, maintaining bus cleanliness, completing required documentation, reporting mechanical issues, addressing student behavior, and participating in ongoing training.

Requirements

Safety-focused
Valid minimum full Ontario G-class driver's license
21 years of age or over
Clean driving record
Criminal record search with vulnerable sector screening
Sound driving knowledge of the locations in this posting
Ability to work independently
Available for the required split shifts of 4-5 hours total, that could run: Monday - Friday between 6:30am - 9:30am and 1:30pm - 5pm
Solid communication skills and must be fluent in English
Basic computer skills and can easily navigate Google Maps or a GPS unit

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to B class drivers

Responsibilities

Safely transport students within your community to and from school, ensuring a reliable and positive experience each day
Prioritize student safety at all times, including during boarding, transit, and exiting the vehicle
Conduct thorough pre and post trip inspections to ensure the bus remains in proper and safe operating condition
Maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of the bus, including assisting with fueling and basic upkeep to present a well kept, professional vehicle
Accurately complete daily Hours of Service reports and maintain required documentation in compliance with company and regulatory standards
Immediately report any mechanical issues or concerns affecting the safe operation of the vehicle
Address and report any student behaviour issues in a timely and professional manner, following company procedures
Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with safety practices, policies, and regulations
Demonstrate professionalism, patience, and care while fostering a safe and respectful environment for all passengers

Benefits

Competitive hourly driving rate starting from $20.70 to $23.00
$2,000 retention bonus for qualifying drivers
Compensation for a 3.5 to 4-hour daily minimum (varies per contract) if driving both morning and afternoon runs for a full route
Opportunities for extra hours with charters
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Perks programs for all drivers
Full comprehensive benefit package for employees working 30+ hours per week consecutively
FREE license upgrade
Employee and Family Assistance Program for part-time employees
Company perks program
Employee Referral Bonus program