Community Shuttle Operator - Bowen Island, B.C (27976)

First Canada, our nation's largest provider of bus passenger transportation, has openings for 'Community Shuttle Operator'. This is a part time position that pays $24.81 per hour. We are now introducing the opportunity for Class 5 Drivers to apply.

Process for applicants:

• Apply for the position online.
• Interview will be scheduled with selected candidates
• If selected - Applicant will go through Pre-Employment D&A Testing, Criminal Records Checks, and other pre-employment standards.
• If selected - Applicant will be scheduled to train at North Shore Driving School for Class 4 (Unrestricted) lessons and ICBC Road Test
• Candidate will pay for all tuition and fees for the training.
• Upon successful completion of the training - Candidate will receive 50% reimbursement.
  

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Enjoy interacting with the public;
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance and demeanor;
• Drive one of several different coach/buses or company non-revenue vehicles in a safe, courteous, and reliable manner throughout the contracted service area within a daily assigned time schedule;
• Maintain the appearance of the interior of the bus;
• Perform

pre/post trip vehicle inspections as required;

Assist in the boarding of passengers using wheelchairs or other mobility aids;

Complete and submit written reports concerning passengers and all accidents, and communicate with dispatch as required;

Operate on-board computer fare boxes and destination signs;

Perform all other duties assigned.

EXPERIENCE :

• A valid Class 4 BC Driver's License;
• MUST be a RESIDENT of Bowen Island;
• A record of safe and responsible driving over the past 5 years;
• A willingness to work a variety of shifts;
• A good general knowledge of the demographics of the service area;
• A clean, "No Contraventions" Driver's Abstract;
• To be able to pass vulnerable sector records check;
• To be able to pass drug and alcohol testing.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

• Transit environment;
• Safety focused, clean respectful environment;
• Interaction with the public.

First Canada is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, persons with a disability, Aboriginal peoples and members of a visible minority.

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