Recreation Bus Driver and Chaperone

PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION IN SQUAMISH VALLEY

CLOSES: Open Until Filled

Be Part of Something Meaningful

Are you a professional and safety-focused driver with a passion for serving your community? Squamish Nation is seeking a Recreation Bus Driver to join the Ta na wa Ch’awát ta Sx̱wéx̱wel Squamish Valley Operations team within Ḵ'iyáx̱ an Ch'áwch'aw Community Services.

This role plays an important part in supporting Squamish Nation members by providing safe, reliable, and respectful transportation to recreational activities, community programs, events, and other approved destinations. As Bus Driver, you will help ensure members can participate in community programs and activities while delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

What You’ll Do

• Safely transport passengers to and from recreational activities, social functions, events, and field trips.

• Follow regularly assigned work schedules with dependability and professionalism.

• Pick up passengers promptly at designated times and locations.

• Drive in accordance with provincial traffic regulations and local bylaws.

• Maintain an orderly, disciplined, and safe bus environment and enforce behavioural expectations.

• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections as required by ICBC regulations.

• Perform routine engine and body maintenance on the bus.

• Chaperone participants during recreation programs, outings, and events as required.

• Oversee and maintain a fleet of Nation vehicles, including scheduling repairs, upkeep, inspections, and insurance renewals.

• Train new Nation drivers on fleet vehicles and vehicle protocols.

• Liaise and interact with guests and members during events while presenting a professional image of Squamish Nation.

• Contribute cooperatively to the Squamish Valley Operations team to achieve position and department goals.

What We’re Looking For

• Completion of Grade 10 plus a valid Unrestricted Class 2 or Class 1 Commercial Driver's Licence.

• Valid Emergency First Aid & CPR Certificate.

• Minimum four (4) years of safe driving experience, verified through an ICBC Driving Record Check.

• Experience working in a First Nations environment is preferred.

• Professional, adaptable communication style with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence others.

• High level of emotional intelligence, patience, and integrity.

• Ability to maintain composure in high-pressure situations.

• Resourceful and organized with excellent time management abilities.

• Ability to communicate information effectively to stakeholders in a meaningful way.

• Ability to act ethically, maintain confidentiality, and deliver difficult information tactfully and diplomatically when required

• Team-oriented with a positive, approachable attitude and commitment to excellent service.

• Knowledge and understanding of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw history, culture, customs, land, and people is an asset.

Why Work With Us

• Impactful Work – Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estétx̱ w sḵwálwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw sḵwálwen cht (Security), Na esḵw’úḵw’ulh sḵwálwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhílhkw’is sḵwálwen cht (Belonging)
• Professional Growth – We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development
• Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Values – Be part of an organization that values Úxwumixw (community/peoples), snew̓íyelh(guiding through teachings), wenáxws (respect) and inclusivity.

As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.

Salary: $51,584 - $62,932

Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

Benefits: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.

Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose