ABOUT THE ROLE
Fort McKay First Nation is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Shuttle Driver to provide transportation services for employees and support various community activities. In this role, you will be responsible for safely transporting employees between downtown Fort McMurray and the worksite, ensuring passenger safety and comfort at all times. The Shuttle Driver will also provide transportation for special events and serve as a backup driver for additional assignments, including field trips, extracurricular activities, and other scheduled transportation needs.
KEY RESPONSIBITIES
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Transport employees to and from work, field trips, and extra curricular activities using the school shuttle.
- Ensure all employees and students get on and off the bus safely.
- Interact positively with employees, students, parents, and staff members.
- Monitor the employee and student’s safety and well-being while on the bus.
- Maintain a safe driving record by adhering to traffic laws, road safety regulations, and company policies.
- Report delays, accidents, or other incidents promptly.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all children and employees.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Split Shift Details:
- Monday to Friday
- Morning Shift: 6:30 AM – 9:30 AM
- Afternoon Shift: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM (Approx.)
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or equivalent education is required.
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience working in a First Nations community including knowledge of First Nations culture, traditions and values is a definite asset
- Clean Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector required
- Valid class 4 Driver’s License & Clean Driver’s Abstract required
WHY APPLY?
Fort McKay is committed to the success of its employees and in addition to the highest Teacher Salaries in the region, we also offer the following:
- Northern Living Allowance
- An employer matched Pension Plan
- Comprehensive Health benefits package with Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
- On-site Fitness Centre because a healthy work-life balance is important to us
The opportunity to work with a community that is committed to preserving in traditional lands, culture and languages
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ABOUT FORT MCKAY
The Fort McKay First Nation (FMFN) is composed of over 800 band members, including those of Cree and Dene heritage, with approximately 400 members residing in the hamlet of Fort McKay — a community located approximately 65 km north of Fort McMurray. Fort McKay offers the best of both worlds: remote northern life for the nature lover and proximity to a large city of about 70,000 people with all the amenities you need.
HOW TO APPLY:
ONLINE: Job Board - Fort McKay First Nation
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Please indicate Competition #045-2026
www.fortmckayeducation.ca
Check FMFN out on social media -> Facebook, LinkedIn & Instagram
Qualified candidates are invited to apply with a comprehensive resume detailing qualifications and experience as it relates to the position of interest. *Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry in any hiring decision, please declare your Indigenous status in your application.
