Roam Transit
Banff, AB
$28 an hour - Part-time
Job details

Pay
$28 an hour
Job type
Part-time
Shift and schedule
Weekends as needed
Evening shift
Holidays
Application Details
Cover letter
 
Benefits
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Extended health care
 
Full job description
Transit Operator


The Bow Valley Regional Transit Services Commission (BVRTSC) is looking to add Transit Operators to our team for our 2024 service season. We provide public transit to both visitors and residents looking to enjoy the Bow Valley without the use of a private vehicle. Our team members make an impact in our communities every day. We are looking for people who love safely operating large equipment, enjoy working independently and with a team, and are committed to treating customers with respect, tact, and diplomacy.


Job Profile:


Position Summary


Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, Transit Operators are responsible for the safe operation of a variety of transit vehicles and must follow schedule guidelines, sometimes under adverse weather and traffic conditions and challenging circumstances. Transit operators are required to learn and follow all of Roam’s safety and operational procedures.


Responsibilities:


Provide excellent customer service to all customers of BVRTSC
Operate all Roam buses and vehicles in a safe, courteous manner
Accept fares according to the fare schedule
Provide on schedule public transit service
Attend all required training and staff meetings as requested
Communicate with operations team when required
Perform all Pre trip and Post trip requirements and report any issues to dispatch
Report all required accidents and incidents as per policies and procedures
Properly operate all the electronic technology applications on the bus
Responsible for the wellbeing of the bus and passengers at all times during your shift
Additional related tasks as required

Qualifications:

Education Requirement:

High School Diploma required

Experience:


Class 1 or 2 Alberta Operator’s License
Q endorsement (airbrakes)
Minimum 2 years customer service experience
Minimum 1 year experience driving large vehicles
Previous transit experience considered an asset

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:


Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English
Ability to speak a second language will be considered an asset
Ability to handle cash and operate electronic equipment
Familiarity with the Roam public transit service considered an asset
Customer service focused with an ability to work professionally with the public
Knowledge of the Bow Valley area considered an asset
Ability to handle stressful situations in a composed manner
Ability to work both in a team and independent environment

Other Requirements, Conditions:


Minimum of 18 years of age
Alberta driver’s license in good standing, no more than 3 demits against your license in the past 2 years
Must be legally able to work in Canada.
Must pass criminal record check
Must be able to obtain all the necessary operating licenses and permits to legally operate a municipal transit bus
Must be able to work shift schedule which includes evenings, weekends, Statutory holidays, early mornings, and late nights
Must have reliable transportation to and from both Banff and Canmore

Compensation & Benefits:


$28.00 per hour
3 weeks annual vacation
Extended Health Plan or Health Spending Account
LAPP Pension (Full Time Employees)
Flexible Scheduling
Yearly cost of living wage increase
Active living purchase assistance program
Roam public transit pass
Cell phone contribution
Opportunity to explore all the views the Bow Valley offers