Career Opportunities


DRIVERS



OPERATIONS: PART-TIME SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

Positions are available. FREE TRAINING is ongoing throughout the year.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR? UNIQUE PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL PROFILES..

1. If you are a parent with a pre-school child we can offer you an opportunity to bring your child to work with you.

  • Drive 3 – 6 hours each school day
  • Seniority provides opportunities for charter work
  • Enjoy evenings and weekends with your family
  • Take holidays (Christmas, Easter and Summer) at the same time as your family.

2. If you are Retired, and want to work around your hobbies and recreational pursuits. We accept applicants up to age 71.

  • Make a difference by being a good role model to the children
  • Remain an active member of the community.

3. If you are an entrepreneur, musician, artist or student.

  • Blend your other commitments or passions by driving part-time
WHAT ARE THE QUALIFICATIONS I NEED TO START TRAINING?
  • Because of Southland's commitment to safety, ALL applicants undergo drug and alcohol testing.
  • Regular Alberta Class 5 License. We provide FREE training to upgrade you to Class 2
  • Desire to only work part-time
  • A Clear driving record - no more than 4 demerits on your driving record
  • You should be between the ages of 21 and 71
  • Fluency in both written and spoken English
  • Three References – 1 Business, 1 Character and 1 Family (not a spouse)
  • Alberta Health Care or Social Insurance card for Security clearance
  • Applications convicted/pardoned of any criminal charges are not eligible for employment with Southland Transportation
WHAT COSTS ARE THE RESPONISBILITIES TO THE PROSPECTIVE DRIVER?
  • There are no costs to drivers

WHAT COSTS ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF SOUTHLAND?
  • Re-classification of license $20
  • Class 2 Written Test $15.70
  • Prospective drivers will need to pass an Alberta Government Medical $75
  • Security Check $32
  • Driving Record $15
  • Drug and Alcohol Testing $80
  • In-House Basic Training $7000 approx. (trainers, equipment, fuel, etc.)
  • Class 2 Driving Test $75
  • Southland provides FREE personalized in-house training for prospective part-time drivers. The training occurs Monday through Friday in 4 hour periods, between 9:30AM - 1:30PM (during the school year) and between 8:00am – 12:00pm and
    1:00pm – 5:00pm (during holiday periods). Dependent upon the individual, training lasts between 8 - 10 days.
CONSIDERING APPLYING FOR A DRIVING POSITION?

Southland has all applicants complete a pre-employment questionnaire based on basic driving knowledge. Answers are reviewed with each applicant and then those who qualify are requested to continue with the application process. Filling in all the forms along with the interview takes between 1 - 1-½ hours.

  • Application Form - For reference only - Form must be completed at Southland’s office.
  • Backcheck Criminal Record Check Consent form - need to bring Social Insurance, Alberta Health Care card,
    or birth certificate to interview.
  • Backcheck Positions of Trust Disclosure Consent form
  • Authorization for Summary of Driving Record
  • Details about working part-time with Southland
  • Three references required; supervisor at previous workplace, friend, relative (not spouse)
Make an Appointment

To Apply in Calgary Contact Us!
Address 4105 13A St. S.E.
Calgary, Alberta
T2G-3J6
Phone: 403-253-9322
Fax: 403 253-9303
To Apply in Edmonton Contact Us!
14976 - 114 Ave
Edmonton, Alberta
T5M 4G4
Phone: 1 877.455.8220
Fax: 780.465.6788
To Apply in Cochrane Contact Us!
216 Griffin Road
Cochrane, Alberta
T4C 1C6
Phone: 403.932.7100
Fax: 403.932.7102
To Apply in Okotoks Contact Us!
117 Stockton Pt.
Okotoks, Alberta
T0L 1T0
Phone: 403.938.3966
Fax: 403.938.3930
To Apply in Rockyford Contact Us!
501 Serviceberry Trail
Rockyford, Alberta
T0J 2R0
Phone: 403.533.3959
Fax: 403.533.3974
To Apply in Battleford Contact Us!
82 5th Ave Industrial
Battleford, Saskatchewan
Phone: 306.937.3750
Fax: 306.937.3721

Download the appropriate files: (Please fill out all forms at Southland’s office)
You will need the Adobe Acrobat PDF plug-in to view these files.
  • Would Driving a school bus part-time suit you?
  • Criminal Records Check
  • Permission form to release driving record
  • Details about working part-time with Southland

 


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