Bus #68 Driver in Winnipeg

Pembina Trails School Division is committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving groups with diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

A.M. & P.M. serving Henry G. Izatt School, Bonnycastle School & Arthur A. Leach School based out of Samborski yard.

START DATE: As soon as possible

SUPERVISOR'S TITLE: Director of Transportation

DEPARTMENT: Transportation Department

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

BASIC FUNCTION: To ensure the safe and efficient transportation of students to and from school and other school-related activities according to the procedures as laid down by the Province of Manitoba and the Pembina Trails School Division.

WORKING RELATIONSHIP: The Bus Driver reports to the Director of Transportation. Works in cooperation with the other bus drivers and the office staff in the Transportation Department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Class 1 or 2 Province of Manitoba Driver's License
• Current Manitoba School Bus Driver's License
• An ability to understand the English language (written and spoken)
• An excellent driving record as evidenced by a Manitoba Driver's Abstract
• Will be required to pass a practical driving examination as administered by the Director of Transportation
• A minimum of one (1) year school bus driving experience an asset
• Physical abilities as per the attached Physical Demands Analysis

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the direction of the Director of Transportation, provides safe and efficient transportation to students and staff.
• Carries out duties and acts in accordance with laws, policies, procedures and regulations as laid down by:
• The Highway Traffic Act
• The Public Schools Act
• The Manitoba School Bus Driver's Handbook
• Policies and procedures of the Pembina Trails School Division
• Maintains route and route map completely up-to-date and ensures both are in a conspicuous place in the assigned bus.
• Maintains orderly student conduct in the bus and reports misconduct to the principal or designate of the school.
• Completes a daily pre-trip inspection of any assigned bus, immediately reports any defects and completes log book entries.
• Maintains the interior of any assigned vehicle in a clean and sanitary condition. Maintains the exterior as clean as weather conditions permit.
• Maintains fluid levels in any assigned vehicle and fuels buses as required.
• Reports all accidents (students or vehicles) at the time of the accident.
• Conducts 'Bus Evacuation' drills.
• Completes required forms and reports.
• Attends all driver's meetings and workshops.
• Assists other transportation, maintenance or caretaking personnel as required.
• Notifies the Director of Transportation immediately of charges laid against the driver under the Highway Traffic Act or the Criminal Code of Canada.
• Notifies the Director of Transportation immediately of any medical condition that would impair the driver's ability to carry out the responsibilities of the position.
• Must learn and use the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System.

PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL AND EVALUATION: Performance appraisal of these position responsibilities shall be conducted by the Transportation Officer based on the approved appraisal guidelines.

The Pembina Trails School Division is a smoke-free environment.

Primary Location: Transportation Department

Salary Range: CUPE 4588 Collective Agreement (available for viewing online)

PEMBINA TRAILS SCHOOL DIVISION
181 Henlow Bay
Winnipeg MB R3Y 1M7
P: 204.488.1757
info@pembinatrails.ca