Floater School Bus Driver / Relief Dispatcher

Floater School Bus Driver / Relief Dispatcher

Are you a versatile team player who enjoys variety in your work? Prairie Bus Lines is seeking a Floater School Bus Driver / Relief Dispatcher in Red Deer to support operations as needed. This position is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to step in where needed to keep our services running smoothly.

Floater Drivers work a split shift of 6:30 am to 10:00 am and 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday (subject to change for route coverage). The Dispatcher role will be used as relief, providing backup support for dispatch duties as needed. This role will have a minimum of 20 hours a week as dispatch relief and minimum of 20 hours a week as a floater. Flexible upon needs of business.

Wage: $22.24 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate buses safely and professionally when covering driving shifts
• Assist with dispatch duties, including scheduling, customer communication, and administrative tasks as required
• Provide excellent customer service to passengers, drivers, and team members
• Follow company policies and safety regulations at all times
• Maintain clear communication with supervisors and coworkers
• Adapt to changing priorities, covering shifts for vacations, absences, or peak demand periods

Qualifications:

• Valid Class 2S Alberta driver’s license
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of Red Deer and surrounding area
• Comfortable driving new routes under short notice
• Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure
• Comfortable with Microsoft Suite and other computer tasks
• Willingness to work varied shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, or on-call as required