Transit Bus Driver - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada - PWTransit

PWTransit
PWTransit
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Fort Saskatchewan, Canada

1 month ago

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Transit Bus Driver
PWTransit is currently seeking both full-time and casual Transit Bus Drivers to join our team in Fort Saskatchewan.


Full-time drivers work Monday through Friday as a split shift (5:15 am - 8:45 am and 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm).

Casual drivers will receive a guarantee of 20 hours every 2 weeks. Additional hours covering vacation and sick leave is also available. We offer competitive wages, ongoing training and development, and a family-oriented team environment.


Drivers are responsible for safely transporting passengers on a daily basis and must be committed to providing superior customer service.

Commitment, patience, maturity, and initiative are all required qualities.

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Position Requirements:_

  • Class 1 or 2Q driver's license
  • Previous commercial driving experience (minimum 1 year)
  • Driver's abstract with no more than 3 demerit points
  • Willingness to undergo drug and alcohol screening
  • Clear criminal record
  • Must be organized, punctual and reliable
  • Possess excellent driving skills and habits
  • Ability to read maps and navigate (familiar with Fort Saskatchewan and surrounding area)
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Willing to work shifts, including split shifts, weekends and statutory holidays as necessary (transit service may operate 7 days per week, 21 hours per day)
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Principal Duties and Responsibilities:_

  • Safely transport passengers on a number of assigned routes
  • Manage passenger behaviour by quickly and effectively solving problems
  • Drive safely and responsibly and be prepared for all road and traffic conditions
  • Provide superior customer service and assist with passenger questions/inquiries


PWTransit, a division of Calgary-based Pacific Western Transportation, is a full-service bus transportation company, with operations located in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario.

PWTransit's employees operate a variety of transit vehicles travelling almost 11 million kilometres annually.

Our commitment to safety and customer service excellence includes providing up-to-date vehicles, quality maintenance facilities, and the development of highly-qualified personnel.

PWTransit provides a complete spectrum of bus services including:


  • Municipal Conventional Transit Services
  • Custom / Para Transit Services (ie: handyDART, Handibus)
  • Community Bus
  • Industrial Employee Transportation
  • Local & Long Distance Charters


With over five decades of operating experience, Pacific Western's approach to doing business has stimulated leadership, innovation and employs more than 5,000 personnel who are committed to the success of our organization and the communities we serve.


Job Types:
Full-time, Casual


Salary:
$24.48 per hour


Benefits:


  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Onsite parking
  • Vision care

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Work Location:
In person

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