Para-transit Driver - Fredericton, Canada - PWTransit
Description
Para-Transit Driver
PWTransit is seeking a part-time Para-Transit Bus Driver to join our team in Fredericton. We offer competitive wages, ongoing training and development, and a family-oriented team environment. Drivers will be responsible for safely transporting passengers while providing superior customer service and demonstrating strong communication skills. This position will receive approximately hours per week.
PWTransit Canada is an industry leader in the delivery of safe and customer focused transit services throughout Canada. Currently operating services in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario and New Brunswick.
Responsibilities
- Transport registered customers in accordance with City and Company policies, observing all traffic laws and safety rules while adhering to 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, answer inquiries on route, make general announcements to customers, collect correct fares, and ensure valid passes are presented, and arrange for passenger pickup and dropoff as required
- Perform duties efficiently with the objective of maximizing rides delivered within established budget/vehicle hours
- Conduct vehicle pre/posttrip inspections, reporting defects for attention/rectification by maintenance department
Qualifications
- Valid unrestricted Class 4 (or higher) driver's license with a demonstrated record of safe and responsible driving over the past 5 years (driver's abstract will be requested)
- Proven 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 to communicate effectively with the traveling public and report on incidents involving safety and/or service
- No criminal convictions or pending charges relating directly to the driver/operator position
- Previous experience working with individuals with physical or cognitive disabilities
Additional Information
- A good knowledge of the Fredericton area is an asset
- Selected applicants will be required to participate in a comprehensive recruitment process consisting of interviews, trainability session, medical examination (as may be required for driver licensing), drug and alcohol screening, criminal record and reference checks
Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent
Salary:
$21.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Onsite parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Fredericton, NB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location:
In person
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