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School Bus Driver

@ Autobus Transco (1988) Inc.

Sydney, Nova Scotia

Part-time
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Overview

Autobus Transco (1988) Inc., part of First Student, is hiring part-time spare school bus drivers in Sydney, Nova Scotia. The role drives students safely to and from school, with pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and help boarding and exiting the bus. The posting offers an hours guarantee, competitive hourly wages, training for those without experience, and no nights or weekends.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduire les élèves vers et depuis l'école en sécurité
  • Effectuer les inspections avant et après chaque trajet
  • Aider les élèves à monter et descendre de l'autobus

Requirements summary:

  • Bonnes habiletés de communication verbale
  • Âge minimum de 21 ans
  • Permis de conduire valide depuis au moins 1 an
  • Examen médical et vérifications d'antécédents

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Employer posting date
2025-06-09
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-14

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentTransportation & driving
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingVehicle, School
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsMinistry prescribed medical examination
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checkscriminal record

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Autobus Transco (1988) Inc.

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Job description

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

We are now hiring for Spare School Bus Drivers in Sydney, N.S!

Why join as a School Bus Driver? For many reasons

  • Competitive hourly wages!
  • No experience necessary! We train!
  • Hours guarantee
  • Additional hours available – charter route opportunities!
  • Child ride along program
  • No nights or weekends

About the Position

  • Join our team of professional drivers dedicated to getting students to and from school safely
  • Drivers enjoy the support of our industry leading technology to guide them through their daily routes
  • Prioritize vehicle maintenance by conducting pre and post trip vehicle inspections
  • Provide support to students by assisting with boarding and exiting the bus

Qualifications

  • Good verbal communication skills
  • At least 21 years old
  • Valid driver’s license for at least 1 year
  • Undergo & pass a Ministry prescribed medical examination & Background checks

Apply today to join our team!
We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. For candidates applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles California, First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all.

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