Posted 2 months ago
Spare School Bus Driver
@ Pacific Western Transportation
Stettler, Alberta
Overview
Prairie Bus Lines is hiring spare school bus drivers to provide relief coverage on any route in the Stettler area. Hours are flexible, chosen by the driver in advance, with a minimum of 2 shifts per month. Drivers are paid according to the route they cover, with paid training provided.
Responsibilities:
- Provide relief coverage on school bus routes as needed
- Safely transport students to and from school
- Drive any available route, paid per route covered
- Commit to safety and customer service
Requirements summary:
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence (Class 2S training provided)
- Clear criminal record and vulnerable sector search
- Working knowledge of Stettler and surrounding areas
- Safe driving record with fewer than 3 demerits
- Organized, punctual and reliable
- Strong oral and written communication
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-30
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Vehicle, School |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Class 2S |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record, vulnerable sector, driving record |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus, Paid training |
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Pacific Western Transportation
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Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-held passenger transportation company in Canada
Full company description
Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada. Today PWT offers comprehensive transportation services and solutions across the country, with over 4,000 employees and numerous business locations. Our operations are separated into four divisions: Motor Coach, Oilsands, Student Transportation, and Transit. PWT’s varied operations are unified by a company-wide commitment to the Core Values first established by our founder R.B. (Bob) Colborne. At the heart of these core values is an unwavering dedication to customer service and safety, as supported by our Safely Home brand. At PWT, our people are our greatest asset. After all, it’s our people who safely transport our passengers to where they need to be. In all of the urban or rural communities we serve, PWT’s employees bring our Core Values to life, day in and day out. --------
- LinkedIn followers
- 6,670
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 164
- Reported office locations
- 221 18 St SE, 204, Calgary, Alberta Head Office, CA
- Business categories
- Transportation
- Other recorded names
- Pacific Western Transportation Ltd
- Specialties
- People Transportation
- Logistics
- Customer Service
- Safety
- Buses
- Transportation
- Employee Transportation
- Student Transportation
- Motorcoach Transportation
- Transit Transportation
- and Public Transit
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada. Today PWT offers comprehensive transportation services and solutions across the country, with over 4,000 employees and numerous business locations. Our operations are separated into four divisions: Motor Coach, Oilsands, Student Transportation, and Transit. PWT’s varied operations are…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Truck Transportation |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1957 |
| Specialties | People TransportationLogisticsCustomer ServiceSafetyBusesTransportationEmployee TransportationStudent TransportationMotorcoach TransportationTransit Transportation |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 111 |
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Spare School Bus Driver - Flexible Shifts that Suit your Lifestyle
Prairie Bus Lines is seeking dedicated Spare School Bus Drivers to join our dynamic team! Hours are flexible and are based on YOUR schedule. Earn extra income by working a few shifts per week while still leaving time to keep other commitments or do the things you enjoy! This is an opportunity to be part of a growing company that offers competitive wages and professional growth while allowing for work-life balance, perfect for a stay-at-home parent, entrepreneur, or retiree!
Spare drivers must be comfortable with navigation as they can cover any route. A good knowledge of Stettler and surrounding area is essential.
Why You Should Choose Prairie Bus Lines
- Flexibility within your personal life – earn extra income on your schedule
- Competitive wages and bonuses
- Evenings, weekends, school holidays (Christmas, Spring Break etc.) and summers off
- Paid training
- Referral and training bonuses
- Employee recognition programs
Hours of Work
Monday to Friday – spare drivers are able to provide their availability in advance and work as little or as often as they like. Spare drivers must be available for a minimum of 2 shifts per month. Spare drivers are paid according to the route they are covering.
Job Description
Spare School Bus Drivers provide relief coverage when needed and are responsible for safely transporting students to and from school. Spare Drivers must be able and willing to drive the routes that are available. Successful candidates must be committed to safety and customer service and will possess superior oral and written communication skills. Routes fall between the hours of 6:30 am - 9:30 am in the morning and 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm in the evening.
Requirements
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license (training provided to upgrade to a Class 2S)
- Clear criminal record and vulnerable sector search
- Organized, punctual, and reliable
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Working knowledge of Stettler and surrounding areas and map reading skills
- Safe driving record with less than 3 demerits
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