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Weekend Long Distance Delivery Driver Jobs in Edmonton, AB

National Express Corp

School Bus Driver

Acheson, AB

With the support of Summit School Services, we are continually focused on delivering our service ... No evenings or weekends * Enjoy a very rewarding career What you bring to the bus: * Cheerful and ...

Heidelbergmaterials

Dispatcher (Temporary)

Edmonton, AB

CA$24 - CA$29/hr

... drivers and customers, providing directions, answering inquiries, and delivering high level ... Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as required. * May work long hours during peak times.

Heidelbergmaterials

Mixer Driver

Wetaskiwin, AB

CA$28/hr

Safely operate a ready-mix truck to deliver concrete products to customers. * Perform pre-trip and ... Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays. Conditions of Employment

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To thrive as a Weekend Long Distance Delivery Driver, you need a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), a clean driving record, and strong knowledge of road safety regulations. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and vehicle inspection protocols is typically required. Reliability, time management, and strong communication skills help drivers manage schedules, handle unexpected changes, and interact with customers. These skills and qualifications are essential for ensuring timely, safe deliveries and maintaining customer satisfaction on extended routes.

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Weekend Long Distance Delivery Drivers are professional drivers who transport goods over long distances, typically between cities or states, during weekends. Their responsibilities include picking up and delivering shipments, adhering to schedules, ensuring cargo safety, and following all traffic laws and regulations. They may work with various types of vehicles, such as trucks or vans, and often work independently. This role requires a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), good driving skills, and the ability to spend extended periods on the road.
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School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver

National Express Corp

Acheson, AB

Part-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

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6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 77 rated public transport

Job description

School Bus Driver Role - Edmonton, AB

Address - 26955 Ellis Drive, Acheson, AB T7X-6N3

Stock Transportation Ltd. (a subsidiary of Summit School Services) operates more than 2,800 school buses and serves 35 school districts throughout Ontario and Alberta. Our corporate office, located in Markham ON, houses the administrative and support functions for the company. Stock Transportation has a strong record of success and decades of experience in pupil transportation. With the support of Summit School Services, we are continually focused on delivering our service promise: Getting students to school safely, on time and ready to learn.

If you're a retiree, stay-at-home parent, self-employed or someone looking for a part-time, seasonal position with a stable income then a School Bus Driver position is perfect for you.  You will be required to work mornings and afternoons Monday through Friday during the school year and get the benefit of enjoying evenings, weekends, school and statutory holidays to yourself. Think of all the time you'll have to spend with your family or travel.  Apply today! 
 
Summary:
  • A School Bus Driver provides daily transportation services to students on an assigned route.  The Driver interacts with Parents, Teachers, and other School Board personnel.
 
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Pick up passengers at pre-determined locations
  • Exhibits the highest ethical best practices and personal integrity; Shares concerns about suspicious or inappropriate behavior with their supervisor or manager
  • Report to work on time and operate route in a safe manner
  • Conduct pre-trip inspections daily, using Company tools and swipe technology
  • Practice defensive driving at all times, and proactively avoid accidents by practicing safe driving and work habits
  • Lift and close bus doors daily, and assist passengers who are boarding and exiting the bus
  • Evacuate bus in emergency situations and physically assist passengers to evacuate
  • Refill fuel and washer fluid in assigned vehicle when necessary, before picking up passengers
  • Manage student behaviour by exercising communication and discipline as per Company policies, and report student discipline issues to the school and to the Company immediately
  • Report all accidents, incidents, and major or minor defects, to office immediately
  • Complete all required paperwork, including route change sheets, time cards, vehicle repair requests, in a timely manner
  • Deliver vehicle to office for repairs, preventative maintenance inspections, and repairs
  • Contact parents of passengers if instructed to by the Company
  • Attend all Company Safety Meetings
  • Adhere to Company standards in the operation of Company vehicles and customer service
  • Follow all Company policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, as well as local Customer Service Center work directions and instructions
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by the Company
 
Benefits
  • Training is provided at no cost to you
  • Extra hours available
  • Safety Meetings / Employee Engagement events
  • No evenings or weekends
  • Enjoy a very rewarding career

What you bring to the bus:

  • Cheerful and positive demeanor, with a "can-do" approach
  • At least two years driving experience with a current driver's abstract
  • Clear criminal background check
  • Your willingness to make a difference in a child's day every day

Join our collaborative and supportive Team today!

Company name is: Stock Transportation

Requirements: 
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must possess, or be able to obtain, a valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's License or Higher.
  • Must have a clean Drivers Abstract, clear Criminal Background check and Vulnerable Sector Screening Test.

Stock Transportation has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with its policies and values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. Stock Transportation is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children and passengers.

At Stock Transportation our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Stock Transportation welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available, upon request, to candidates in all aspects of the selection process.

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