Southland Transportation issued a release Wednesday saying there was "an urgent need for school bus drivers in southern Alberta. An industry-wide shortage is impacting providers across the country, creating a high demand for new community heroes to drive our future this fall."
In mid-August, Southland Transportation's regional director for southern Alberta, Craig Loose, said the shortage was acute. "As of Sept. 1, 2022, there are several routes in Southern Alberta that don't have a regular assigned driver," the release said. "Southland is dedicated to ensuring that all kids arrive to school and receive their full education."
Southland says it offers referral bonuses, free training and license upgrading. Anyone with a class five license, a clean driving abstract is invited to apply atSchool bus drivers with the company in Calgary can make up to $130 a day, working an average of four hours per shift.
Few drivers? There are no drivers I hear. We have been dropping off and picking up from school.. very difficult