Now hiring School Bus and Van Drivers!
- Published: Thursday, 24 June 2021 10:40
Last Updated on: 24th June 2021, 10:40 am
Are you patient, trustworthy and like children?!
Local Operators are currently searching for new drivers who are looking for part-time work that includes morning and afternoon routes, as well as charter and field trip opportunities.
Stay-at-home parents, bring your little ones to work with you!
Retirees, get out of the house!
New to the Ottawa workforce? Build skills and experience.
You’ll enjoy:
• FREE TRAINING
• COMPETITIVE WAGES ($15-$20/hour)
• Flexible hours
• Take your kids to work
• Park-outs available
• Nights and Weekends Off
• Freedom of being out on the open road (No desk work!)
• Ministry Bonus and other benefits
• Making a real difference in the lives of the families and children in the Ottawa area
* PPE is provided to all drivers to ensure proper respiratory and hygiene safety.
You’ll be responsible for:
• Safely transporting students to/ from school and activities on time
• Performing pre/post trip vehicle inspections to ensure optimal vehicle safety
• Ensuring students’ safety while boarding and exiting buses and crossing streets
• Attending paid monthly in-service safety training
To qualify, you will:
• Meet the minimum age requirements to hold a school bus driver’s license in your province (and company standard minimum 21 years of age).
• Have at least 3 years of driving experience (at least 1 in North America).
• Hold a valid (non-probationary) driver’s license and a very good driving record.
• Undergo & pass a Ministry prescribed Medical examination, criminal record search, vulnerable sector clearance and other background checks.
Local Operators are equal opportunity employers that welcome a diverse workforce!
No previous experience is required, although it is beneficial.
To apply, contact one of the Operators below.
You CAN make a difference!
Driver Recruitment Operator List:
| Operator | Vehicle Type | Email/Website | Phone | Area Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 417 Bus Lines | Yellow and Wheelchair Bus | www.417busline.com | 613-764-2192 | East |
| DC Bus Lines | Van | 613-831-9888 | West of Rideau River | |
| Direct Transportation | Wheelchair bus and Van | [email protected] | 613-749-0660 | East, West and South |
| First Student | Yellow Bus | [email protected] | 437-777-6735 | West, Centretown |
| M&R Transportation | Van | [email protected] | 613-749-3375 | Nepean |
| ML Bradley | Yellow Bus | www.mlbradley.com/apply-now | 613-835-2488 | East |
| Premier Bus Lines | Yellow Bus | www.premierbuslines.ca/ | 613-253-8863 | Central, Nepean |
| Roxborough Bus Lines | Yellow Bus and Van | roxboroughbus.com/careers | 613-821-1414 | Nepean, south, east |
| Sommer Transportation Services | Van | [email protected] | 613-723-9677 | East, Centre, South, West |
| Voyago | Yellow and Wheelchair Bus | [email protected] | 613-266-2702 | West |