Driver, bus

DBA Williams Lake Transit in Williams Lake, BC is seeking a self-motivated Driver, bus. The successful candidate must be available to start work as soon as possible. We are offering a Permanent employment - Part time opportunity. Shift timings include: Early morning, Day, Evening, Weekend.

Job Description

• The candidate must operate buses, school buses, or streetcars to transport passengers.
• The candidate must provide passengers with information on fares, schedules, and stops.
• The candidate must collect fares and record transactions.
• The candidate must report delays, mechanical problems, and accidents.
• The candidate must direct passengers during emergency evacuation procedures.
• The candidate must operate para-transit vehicles.
• The candidate must ensure para-transit passengers board vehicles safely.
• The candidate must deal with the public.
• The candidate must complete logbooks and reports.
• The candidate must deal with difficult passengers and resolve conflicts.
• The candidate must communicate with passengers, dispatchers, or other drivers using two-way radio systems.
• The candidate must ensure children's safety when boarding and leaving buses and while crossing streets when the bus is stopped.
• The candidate must perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections and oversee all aspects of vehicle operation.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation or equivalent experience.
• No experience required. The employer will provide training to the selected candidate.
• The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 45 kg (100 lbs).
• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must be reliable.
• The candidate must be a good team player.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should have an eye for detail.
• The candidate must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
• The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in sitting positions.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.

Security and Safety

• The candidate must undergo a criminal record check.

Benefits

• The candidate will receive a dental plan covering expenses for dental treatments and procedures.
• The candidate will receive a health care plan, providing coverage for medical and surgical expenses.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

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In person

88 1St Ave N
WILLIAMS LAKE, BC
V2G 1Y6
Between 08:30 a.m. and 03:00 a.m.

• Cover letter
• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?