Shuttle Bus Driver - New Westminster, Canada - Seniors Services Society of BC

Seniors Services Society of BC
Seniors Services Society of BC
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New Westminster, Canada

2 weeks ago

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:
Shuttle Bus Driver


Hours of Work:
Variable

Probationary period: 3 months

Society Profile:
Seniors Services Society of BC is a non-profit agency located in New Westminster, B.C.

which provides support services for seniors in New Westminster to live independently, as well as outreach services for seniors in a housing crisis across Metro Vancouver.


Purpose:


  • Within the vision and mission statements of the Society,
    reporting to the Support Service Team Lead, the Bus Driver will be responsible for providing safe and reliable transportation for seniors in the community. Activities include shuttle route operations, group dining at restaurants, shopping trips to malls and grocery stores and attending seasonal special events. Most of the activities are during regular business hours.

Qualifications:


  • Must have Class 5 driving license
  • Must have Valid First Aid Certificate
  • Experience driving a 16 passenger bus
  • Excellent driving record
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Physically able to lift up to 20lbs
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Must enjoy seniors
  • Preference will be given to drivers who have experience with Paratransit
  • Drivers abstract (will be required)
  • Must be able to complete Criminal record Check with the vulnerable sector

Other knowledge, skills, and abilities:


  • Being able to provide assistance to seniors with mobility devices on and off the bus
  • Comfortable dealing with clients' complaints
  • Familiarity with New Westminster area is an asset
  • Being able to plan routes by looking at addresses (Can use GPS)
  • Ability to maintain cleanliness of the bus and ensure that the fuel is topped up when it's low
  • Work under minimum supervision.
  • Team player, able to build positive relationships with coworkers, volunteers, clients, and community stakeholders.

Compensation:


  • Hourly wage is $25/hour + 4% vacation pay

How to Apply:


Fax:

Contact:

Gaganjot Grewal-Madaan

Administrative Manager
Seniors Services Society of BC

750 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster, BC, V3M 1E7


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Job Type:
Part-time


Salary:
$25.00-$25.55 per hour


Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • New Westminster, BC V3L 1L8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

- driving: 1 year (required)


Licence/Certification:

  • Class 5 Licence (required)
- driver's license (required)


Work Location:
In person
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