Posted 8 days ago
Travelling Spare School Bus Driver - Hiring Bonus Offered!
@ Pacific Western Transportation
Geraldton, ON · Manitouwadge, ON · Nakina, ON · Nipigon, ON · Marathon, ON
Overview
Pacific Western Transportation is hiring a part-time travelling spare school bus driver to cover open routes across communities east of Thunder Bay, from Manitouwadge to Dorion, Geraldton, Longlac and Nakina. The role involves split shifts of about 2.5 hours in the morning and afternoon, Monday to Friday, with extended stays in assigned communities. Pay is $21.50 per hour, with a hiring bonus of $3,000 or $5,000 depending on licence class.
Pay:
$21.50 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Transport students safely to and from school
- Cover open school bus routes across assigned communities
- Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
- Communicate with dispatch on route assignments and scheduling
Requirements summary:
- Valid Class B licence preferred; Class G holders trained
- Satisfactory 3-year driver's abstract
- Willingness to travel east of Thunder Bay for extended stays
- Pass Ministry Driver Medical Exam and background checks
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-29
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-29
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-29
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Vehicle, School |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Class B, Class G, Ministry Driver Medical Exam |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record, vulnerable sector, driving record, references |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Performance bonus, Free or discounted meals |
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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 | 120 |
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Travelling Spare School Bus Driver
SOUTHLAND is currently seeking a dedicated and safety-minded Travelling Spare School Bus Driver to join our team. This unique opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys travelling, working in different communities, and making a positive difference in the lives of students.
As a Travelling Spare School Bus Driver, you will provide coverage for open school bus routes throughout our service area, including communities East of Thunder Bay – anywhere from Manitouwadge to Dorion, Geraldton, Longlac or Nakina. This position requires flexibility and willingness to travel and stay in different communities for extended periods, potentially several weeks at a time, depending on operational needs.
SOUTHLAND is currently offering a $3,000 hiring bonus for new school bus drivers and a $5,000 hiring bonus for applicants who already hold a valid Class B license!
The $3,000 hiring bonus will be paid out in three installments: $1,000 after 3 months, $1,000 after 6 months, and $1,000 after 12 months of employment.
The $5,000 hiring bonus will be paid out in three installments: $1,500 after 3 months, $1,500 after 6 months and $2,000 after 12 months of employment.
Why You Should Choose SOUTHLAND
- Competitive wages ($21.50 per hour) and opportunities to work in different communities
- Company-paid hotel accommodation for work-related travel and extended stays in assigned communities
- Meal per diems provided while travelling for work
- Evenings, weekends, holidays and summers off
- Employee recognition programs
Hours of Work
- Monday to Friday, with work schedules determined by operational requirements
- No mandatory nights or weekend work
- Split shifts, typically consisting of approximately 2.5 hours in the morning and 2.5 hours in the afternoon
- Travel and extended stays in assigned communities may be required, depending on operational needs
Job Description
- Safely transport students to and from school while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and customer service
- Travel between communities to provide coverage for vacant or open bus routes, including extended stays when required
- Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
- Ensure compliance with all applicable traffic laws, safely regulations, and company policies
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and positive environment for students
- Communicate effectively with dispatch and operations management regarding route assignments and scheduling
- Demonstrate strong communication skills, professionalism, and adaptability while working in different communities
Requirements
- Valid Class B driver’s license preferred; training provided for eligible Class G license holders
- Provide a satisfactory 3-year driver’s abstract demonstrating a safe driving record
- Willingness to travel to communities East of Thunder Bay – anywhere from Manitouwadge to Dorion, Geraldton, Longlac or Nakina.
- Ability to stay in assigned communities for extended periods, potentially several weeks at a time
- Successfully complete a Ministry Driver Medical Exam, criminal record and vulnerable sector checks, and reference checks
This posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence is not used during the hiring process.
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