Bus Drivers & Contractors

Your Path to a Fulfilling Career as a Bus Driver

Driver Information

• Black Gold School Division does not employ school bus drivers. All drivers are hired and managed by independent bus contractors who are responsible for staffing the routes they are awarded
• Contractors must follow all Division policies and safety standards. We work closely with them to ensure drivers meet provincial requirements and Division expectations

Driver Requirements:

To be eligible to drive for a contractor serving Black Gold School Division, applicants must:

• Hold (or obtain) a valid Class 2 driver’s licence
• Obtain a Provincial “S” Endorsement
• Maintain valid first aid certification
• Participate in ongoing refresher training
• Obtain a Child Intervention Record Check
• Provide consent for a Criminal Record Check and Driver Abstract

Why Drive a Bus?

Bus driving offers a unique, flexible employment opportunity:

• Find a perfect fit if you’re looking for part-time hours. Work a split day shift from Monday to Friday. This allows for another job to be worked between the bus runs
• It may be possible to bring a preschool child along on your route and save on daycare costs if there is room on the bus
• Take summers and holidays off with your children
• Receive training to upgrade to a Class 2 license
• Receive a government grant for training

📌 Please note: 

Benefits may vary by contractor.

Becoming a Bus Driver

If you’re interested in becoming a school bus driver, we can connect you with a local contractor, or you may contact one directly.

To begin the process, please email the following to transportation@blackgold.ca:

• A completed driver application form
  • Download Application
• A copy of your driver’s licence
• One additional piece of government-issued identification

📌 Please note:

The application package includes consent forms that allow us to obtain a Criminal Record Check and a Driver Abstract as part of the screening process.

Once your application has been reviewed, it will be forwarded to our transportation contractors. If a contractor is interested in your application, they will contact you directly.

Current Black Gold School Division Transportation Contractors

Have questions?

Start with our FAQs, it's the quickest way to find answers. If you cannot find the information you need, please email transportation@blackgold.ca.

Have an urgent concern?

Visit our Contact Us page for additional ways to reach Transportation.

Black Gold School Division
1101 5 Street, 3rd Floor
Nisku, AB

🕒 Regular Hours: 8:30 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00 PM–4:30 PM, Monday to Friday

🕒 Summer Hours (July 6–August 14): 8:00 AM–12:00 PM and 12:45 PM–4:30 PM. Please note: The Division Office is closed on Fridays from July 6 to August 14.