Transit Driver

PWTransit is currently seeking multiple casual Transit Drivers to join our team in Port Alberni and West Coast, BC. We offer competitive wages, ongoing training and development, and a family-oriented team environment. Drivers are responsible for safely transporting passengers on a daily basis and must be committed to providing superior customer service. Commitment, patience, maturity, and initiative are all required qualities.

Position Details:

• Training rate - $26.62 per hour
• Probationary rate - $31.07 per hour
• Full rate: $31.32 per hour
• Schedule- On-call

Position Requirements:

• A valid class 1 or 2 driver's license, air brakes endorsement an asset
• Class 4 unrestricted license also accepted
• Driver's abstract with no more than 3 demerit points
• Travel to West Coast is also required
• Willingness to undergo drug and alcohol screening
• Clear criminal record
• Must be organized, punctual and reliable
• Possess excellent driving skills and habits
• Ability to read maps and navigate
• Ability to communicate effectively
• A good knowledge of the local area is a definite asset
• Willing to work shifts, including split shifts, weekends and statutory holidays as necessary

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely transport passengers on a number of assigned routes
• Manage passenger behavior by quickly and effectively solving problems
• Drive safely and responsibly and be prepared for all road and traffic conditions
• Provide superior customer service and assist with passenger questions/inquiries

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