Transit Operator - Abbotsford

Location

Abbotsford, BC | Canada

Job description

Transdev Canada is hiring a Transit Bus Driver for our Abbotsford location

Your role 

• Drives one of several different transit or company non-revenue vehicles in a safe, courteous, and reliable manner throughout the contracted service area within a daily assigned time schedule.
• Maintains a strong attendance record.
• Performs pre/post-trip vehicle inspections as required.
• Possess a functional knowledge of the demographics of the service area.
• Stops at designated points to load and/or unload passengers.
• Assist in the boarding of passengers using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and is required to properly secure wheelchairs and scooters.
• Notifies dispatch of deviations, overload, accidents, passenger incidents, medical/behavioral problems, or bus mechanical/electrical trouble.
• Ensures that fares are deposited into the fare box and dispenses information. Advises passengers of rules and regulations when necessary.
• Completes and submits written reports concerning passengers and all accidents.
• Operates on-board computer destination signs.
• Assumes any and all other duties assigned.

The perks

• Free training.
• Competitive hourly pay of $33.18
• Making a real difference in the lives of the families and children you serve. 
• A clean and positive work environment.
• Career advancement opportunities due to a strong presence across North America. 
• The ability to have a positive social impact by operating sustainable mobility solutions.
• Join a Group committed to encouraging diversity and employee development.

Your profile

• You hold a High School degree.
• You have a class 2 or 1 driving license is preferred, a class 5 driving license is accepted, if willing to obtain a class 2 driving license within 3 months of hire (Training is provided). 
• You have a clear driver abstract, background check and drug test.
• You have transit experience, an asset.
• You have good verbal communication skills.
• You possess the ability to read, write and speak English.
• You possess the ability to work under stress and meet strict timelines.
• You possess strong communication skills and can converse with passengers and dispatchers/road supervisors including use of a 2-way radio and PA system.
• Ability to push/pull tension of at least 50 pounds and ability to bend and stoop/kneel to assist passengers boarding and securing in wheelchairs/scooters and/or to retrieve equipment. 

Your location

• This is a casual unionized position.
• There is a requirement to work between 4:30 am to midnight (operating 7 days a week) 

Join an international Group strongly rooted in the communities

Transdev is an international leader in mobility at the service of communities. We design and operate public transport networks - buses, coaches, trams, trains, shared bikes, ferries, and more - to empower freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable and innovative solutions that serve the common good.

Because we are people serving people, our 100,000 employees have a positive impact on people and society. It is by taking care of them that we empower people to move forward. 

In March 2023, Transdev Canada expanded its reach in western Canada by acquiring First Transit. By joining forces, Transdev Canada is now the largest multi-modal privately owned transportation company in Canada.

And what about you? What drives you?

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Salary

$33.18 per hour