Transit Driver - Campbell River, Canada - PWTransit

PWTransit

Verified Company

Campbell River, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Transit Driver - Casual
PWTransit is seeking casual Transit Drivers to join our team in Campbell River. Shifts available will include driving for either city transit or handyDART. This role has the potential to turn into a full-time opportunity.

Duties

Transport customers in accordance with Municipal and Company policies, observing all traffic laws and safety rules and adhering to time schedules
Complete a variety of vehicle and incident reports as required; carry out emergency/accident procedures when required
Courteously and professionally interact with customers, including loading mobility devices and escorting customers to and from curbside as required, answering inquiries en route, making general announcements of assistance to customers, issuing transfers, collecting correct fares and ensuring valid passes are presented, and arranging for passenger pickup and dropoff as required

Qualifications

Valid class 1 or 2 driver's license with air brake endorsement
Significant skills dealing effectively with the public, including demonstrated skills in conflict resolution, problem solving, and sound decisionmaking in positions providing customer service
Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to communicate effectively with the traveling public and to report on incidents involving safety and/or service
Driver's abstract indicating safe and responsible vehicle operation over the past 5 years
No criminal convictions or pending charges relating directly to the Operator position

Additional Information

A good knowledge of the local area is an asset
This position may require working shifts, including split shifts, as well as weekends and statutory holidays

Selected applicants will be required to participate in a comprehensive recruitment process which consists of interviews, trainability session, medical examination (as required for licensing), drug and alcohol screening, criminal record and reference checks.

Job Types:
Permanent, Casual

Salary:
$21.18-$28.48 per hour

Benefits: