Transit Operator

BC Transit

Victoria, BC, Canada
Base: $25.00 - $37.96 hourly; bonus/equity: shift ...
On-site
Valid bc class 5 driver's license
2 years non-learners driving experience
Clean driving record with no more than one at-fault claim
Transit Operators serve as the face of BC Transit, assisting community members in getting where they need to go safely

Job Summary

  • Transit Operators serve as the face of BC Transit, assisting community members in getting where they need to go safely.
  • The role offers a comprehensive benefits package including employer-paid dental, extended health, disability plans, and a defined benefit pension.
  • Employees receive paid training to operate various bus types from double deckers to small capacity vehicles across routes from Sidney to Sooke.

Matching Summary

Transit Operators serve as the face of BC Transit, assisting community members in getting where they need to go safely.

Salary

Base: $25.00 - $37.96 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Shift premiums (e.g., Sunday time and a half, night shift $1.00/hr); Benefits: Employer-paid minimum $16,313/year including pension and health plans

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Valid BC Class 5 driver's license
  • 2 years non-learners driving experience
  • Clean driving record with no more than one at-fault claim
  • Ability to pass ICBC medical examination
  • Willingness to work split shifts
  • Strong customer service and conflict resolution skills

Nice-to-have

  • Good knowledge of Greater Victoria area
  • Experience with double decker buses
  • Passion for sustainable transportation solutions

Key Requirements

  • Minimum valid BC Class 5 driver's license
  • 2 years Canadian non-learners/non-novice driving experience
  • 5 years claims history summary with max one at-fault claim
  • National and Provincial driver's abstracts dated within 14 days
  • Pass comprehensive ICBC medical examination for Class 2 license
  • Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search completion

Work Rights

Not specified

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