WHY WORK WITH THE CISVA
- Work in a faith-based and culturally diverse school environment
- Competitive salary and excellent Benefits Package, including CPP, Extended Medical, Dental
- Schools located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area and Powell River, close to the beauty and adventure that British Columbia has to offer
- If you live outside of the Greater Vancouver Area, learn more about claiming moving expenses on your next tax return on the Government of Canada website.
ABOUT
In line with St. Thomas Aquinas Regional Secondary ’s school motto, "Direct Me in Your Truth”, our school focuses on providing our students with the tools to lead productive moral lives. We purposely focus on educating the “whole person”: academically, spiritually, physically, emotionally, and socially. Our school has a Catholic atmosphere, centered in the Gospel Message of Love.
This Catholic atmosphere inspires a deeper understanding of our Catholic heritage, instills a spirit of service, respects the dignity of the individual, and promotes involvement in parish life for students, staff, and parents. Our school is in the beautiful and scenic city of North Vancouver, near a myriad of shops, art galleries, dining, parks, hiking trails, and the bustling Lonsdale Quay Market. Other popular sites and attractions in the North Shore include Deep Cove, St. Mark’s Summit, Quarry Rock, and the Grouse Grind.
To learn more about our school, visit www.aquinas.org and watch this video: https://youtu.be/xLF4sxAazXY
JOB DESCRIPTION
BUS DRIVER Duties include:
1. Drives a bus in order to transport students from designated pick-up and delivery locations, both routine and special (e.g. field trips, sporting events, etc.)
2. Conduct daily inspections of the vehicle, prior to operation, to check the safety of basic mechanical features, as per departmental policy. Maintains vehicle's fluids such as fuel, engine oil, coolant, etc. at the correct level.
3. Explains to regular passengers basic safety items such as safe operation of windows; and the use/location of emergency exits, fire extinguishers and first aid kit.
4. Maintains order and adherence to safety rules among students during transport and when boarding and leaving bus, following School District and departmental regulations.
5. Sweeps the interior of the bus daily and ensures its general tidiness.
6. Bus washing as directed.
7. Report any mechanical problems as soon as possible to supervisor or designate.
8. Following departmental guidelines reports any incident/accident involving bus or students to the Transportation Supervisor as soon as possible.
9. Completes basic records and reports related to inspections, student behavior, etc.
10. Maintains professionalism, ethical behavior and confidentiality.
11. Performs other related duties as may reasonably be expected of a person in this position
BUS DRIVER Requirements:
· Secondary school graduation
· Valid B.C. Class 2 driver’s license with a safe driving record; a driver’s abstract to be provided annually
· Thorough knowledge of the rules of safe operation and safety precautions to be taken when driving and school buses
· Sufficient physical strength to lift materials and equipment, ability to carry out safe working practices including the ability to use appropriate lifting and carrying techniques
· Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers and supervisors
· Ability to work cooperatively with others including both department and other STA staff
· Ability to direct students, with authority and diplomacy and following departmental procedures, to ensure appropriate and safe behaviour
Preferred Skills and Abilities:
· Working knowledge of school district operations, policies and procedures
· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
· Previous related experience in driving large multi-passenger vehicles would be an asset
· Previous experience working with groups of children would be an asset
Special Requirements:
Given the nature of the work, the bus driver shall not consume alcoholic beverages within 12 Hours prior to driving a bus. Violation could lead to dismissal. Further, the bus driver will ensure that any medication, drugs, etc. that may be taken will not impair driving ability. Consultation with a physician may be necessary for this.
CUSTODIAL/MAINTENANCE Duties Include:
1. Clean all rooms daily, empty wastebaskets, pick up papers, wash desktops, etc.
2. Vacuum carpets for each classroom and front entrances of school.
3. Cleaning and sanitizing of lavatory equipment and sinks: clean/disinfect sinks, toilets, urinals and drinking fountains each day; Disinfect washroom floors daily.
4. Dry mop halls, gym and stairs. Wet mop halls, stairs, and classrooms when needed.
5. Replace paper towels/toilet paper/soap in washrooms and burnt out lights in the school.
6. Check and maintain lights at fire escapes and yard lights, replacing as needed.
7. General repairs - keep Supervisor informed of requirements.
8. Recycling: Collect and deposit cardboard, paper, juice containers and plastic bottles from recycling bins.
9. Snow removal/blowing and de-icing of sidewalks and pathways.
10. Cleaning of all windows, inside and out, once a year – August, before school begins or as necessary.
11. General clean up around the school
12. Floors to be scrubbed and waxed as required, but no less than three times a year, namely during Christmas, Easter and Summer holidays.
13. Holidays (non-instructional days) – cleaning jobs are to be outlined by the Supervisor or Principal
14. Complete other duties as assigned.
CUSTODIAL/MAINTENANCE Requirements:
· have general knowledge of heating, electrical, and plumbing systems.
· preferably have some janitorial experience.
· work well with minimum supervision.
· ensure that appropriate equipment and materials are readily available.
· maintain a good working relationship with administrators, teachers and fellow employees.
· have a courteous manner when dealing with students, staff, families and the general public using the school facilities.
· report on emergency repairs done by others.
The following is to be included in your application: Cover Letter Resume Any additional qualifying certificates and/or licences
As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to submit the following:
· Consent for Criminal Record Check
· Photocopy of Canadian Birth Certificate or Canadian Passport (documentation to indicate you are legally entitled to work in Canada)
· Social Insurance Number
· Photocopy of Driver's License
We thank all interested candidates for their
Questions regarding this job posting may be directed to, Principal, at mkrol @cisva.bc.ca .
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
APPLICATION PROCESS
1. Create your Make a Future profile
2. Complete and add all required application documents to your profile (see below)
3. Complete all profile sections, including: Provincial Certificates, Qualifications, Education, Experience, and Questions
4. Apply to this job posting
REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Certificate/Diploma
- Criminal Record Check (if you are outside of BC)
- Proof of Eligibility to Work in Canada (Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Citizenship Card, Permanent Residence, etc.)
- Catholic Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
- Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Catholic applicants) or Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Non-Catholic applicants)
DOWNLOAD FORMS
- Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Catholic applicants)
- Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Non-Catholic applicants)
*** For the Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Catholic Applicants) and Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference you must download the appropriate form, provide to your Pastor for signing, and have them submit directly to hr@cisva.bc.ca
WHO WE ARE
The Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese (the CISVA) operates 46 schools – 40 elementary and 6 high schools. Our schools are located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area, near the best sites and attractions that Vancouver and British Columbia has to offer. Our footprint extends over 250 kilometers from Powell River in the west to Chilliwack in the east.
We are a culturally diverse faith-based family . We offer more than a place of work – we provide a call to your teaching vocation where you can work and live your faith in a supportive community.
We are a vibrant school system with many school and program expansion projects in the future. We offer spiritual and professional growth and mentorship opportunities for new teachers to help them with their transition into the CISVA.