Driver trainer

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

Join the leader in school transportation

At First Student, we're committed to safety, training, and excellence. As a Driver Trainer, you'll play a key role in preparing new and existing drivers to meet our high standards of safety and service. You'll be responsible for delivering classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction, ensuring drivers are confident, compliant, and ready to serve the community.

• Conduct classroom and in-vehicle training for new and existing school bus drivers
• Deliver instruction on defensive driving, safety procedures, company policies, and provincial regulations
• Evaluate driver performance and provide coaching or retraining as needed
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation
• Assist with recruitment and onboarding of new drivers
• Support compliance with Ministry of Transportation and company standards
• Collaborate with location management to identify training needs and improve safety outcomes

• Valid Ontario Class B license with air brake endorsement
• Previous experience as a driver trainer or school bus driver (preferred)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead, motivate, and coach others
• Knowledge of Ontario traffic laws and school bus safety regulations
• Comfortable with both classroom and hands-on instruction
• Organized and detail-oriented

• Competitive pay
• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for advancement within North America's largest school transportation provider

Apply today and help shape the future of safe student transportation