First Student

First Student 

First Student is the largest passenger transportation company in North America providing school bus service as well as other transportation services.

How long have you been in business? 

20 years 

How many locations do you have in Calgary and nationally/internationally? What locations are hiring locally in Calgary and area?

Our Location on 41^st Avenue NE in Calgary

We also have locations in Airdrie, Edmonton, Lethbridge and Chilliwack

 

How many people does your organization employ? How many locally?

96,000+ in North America

Operating in 1200 locations in North America; 11 Provinces and Territories and in 49 States

 

What type of positions do you offer?  (ex. Full time, part time, seasonal, contract etc.)

• Main Position School Bus Driver Part Time
• Licensed and Apprentice Mechanics Full Time
• Dispatchers Full & Part Time
• Bus Monitors Part Time

 

What are the benefits of working for your company? Staff discounts, incentive programs, scholarships etc.

• No working evenings or weekends, summers off
• Free training to receive your Bus License
• Split shift

 Describe opportunities for advancement.

• Bus Drivers can move into Dispatch and Driver Trainer roles
• Dispatchers can become Drivers and Driver Trainers
• Also, we have safety roles in addition to Management Level of Assistant Location and Location Managers.

 

List any corporate responsibility initiatives that your organization is currently involved in.

• We have introduced electric buses in Quebec and rolling this out nationally
• First Student “Stuff the Bus” food drives
• Fundraisers for causes employees are passionate about
• Assisting with local festivals, parades and special events
• Local clean-up and beautification projects
• Help and resources during times of natural disaster and emergency

How would someone find out about opportunities at your company? How can a candidate apply?

Apply by online application and by visiting the location

Describe your hiring and interview process?

• We have a telephone call to book you in for interview
• Then an in-person interview
• Fill out paperwork consisting of Criminal Background Check, Vulnerable check, and paperwork to take to your doctor or Walk-in for a medical

 What do you look for in an employee?

Punctual, great with children, safety minded and someone who wants to support and be part of their community and help neighbours.

 What type of education/training/equipment do you require?

Prior to starting our training program, you would need to have a clear criminal background check results and driving record, be 21 years of age or more and hold a Driver’s license 1 year or longer.

What is the minimum age required to work for your company? Are there different age requirements for different positions?

21 years old or more due to insurance qualifications 

Provide a wage range for entry level positions.

Daily rate is $102.40 and hourly is $25.60 with guaranteed minimum of 4hrs/day

What are the hours of the business and general shift times? Are there a minimum number of hours someone needs to work per week? Is there flexibility regarding school schedules?

• Our schedule is Monday to Friday from 7am to 9am and 2pm to 4pm, give or take 15-20 minutes ahead and/or after shifts
• 20 hours weekly 

Is a uniform provided or do employees have to pay for it?

There is no uniform required