Charter bus driver

AB-BC CHARTER BUS CORPORATION based in CALGARY is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Charter bus driver who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Evening, Weekend, Shift, Overtime, Flexible Hours and Early Morning.

Employer Name: AB-BC CHARTER BUS CORPORATION
Position: Charter bus driver
No. of vacancies: 10
Salary: $60,000 to $78,000 annually (To be negotiated) / 40 to 52 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: CALGARY

Job Description

  • The candidate must be able to operate buses, school buses, or streetcars in order to transport passengers.
  • The candidate must provide sightseeing information.
  • The candidate must report delays, mechanical problems, and accidents.
  • The candidate must load and unload vehicles.
  • The candidate must direct passengers during emergency evacuation procedures.
  • The candidate will be responsible for ensuring that paratransit passengers board the vehicle 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 use two-way radio systems to communicate with other drivers, dispatchers, and passengers.
  • The candidate will be responsible for ensuring children’s safety when boarding and exiting buses, as well as crossing the street while the bus is stopped.
  • The candidate must maintain control of student activities while traveling to avoid distractions or behaviors that could compromise safety.
  • The candidate will be responsible for pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections, as well as overseeing all aspects of the vehicle.

Job Requirements

  • The candidate should be fluent in English language.
  • The candidate must have a certificate of secondary (high) school graduation or equivalent experience.
  • Candidate having experience is an asset.
  • The candidate must have an Air Brakes Endorsement, a Class 2/2F/C Licence (buses with more than passengers), an Air Brake (Z) Endorsement, a First Aid Certificate, a Driver’s Licence (Class 2 or B or C), and a CPR Certificate.
  • The candidate must have completed a Defensive Driving Course and be a Certified Professional Bus Operator.
  • The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
  • The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
  • The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
  • The candidate should be organised and flexible in nature.
  • The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
  • The candidate should be reliable.
  • The candidate should be a good team player.

Work setting

  • The candidate’s relocation expenses will not be covered by the employer.
  • The candidate must be willing to relocate to the specified location.

Experience and specialization

Type of experience

  • The candidate must have prior experience as a school bus driver, intercity bus driver, tour and charter bus driver, para-transit driver, and bus driver.

Transportation/travel experience

  • The candidate must have prior travel experience in local, regional, national, and provincial/territorial areas.

Additional information

Security and safety

  • The candidate should undergo a thorough criminal record check, driving record check (abstract), drug test, and medical exam.

Transportation/travel information

  • The candidate must have a driver’s abstract.
  • The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
  • Employer will provide the vehicle.
  • The candidate must be willing to travel.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • The candidate must be able to distinguish between colours.
  • The candidate should have an eye for details.
  • The candidate must have excellent hand eye coordination.

Benefits

  • Financial, Long term and Other benefits will be provided to the selected candidate.
  • Under Financial benefits, the selected candidate will receive benefits in accordance with the collective agreement, as well as Gratuities.
  • Under Long Term Benefits, the selected candidate will receive additional benefits.
  • In addition to the Financial, and Long-term benefits mentioned above, the selected candidate will receive Team building opportuniting and Parking facilities.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

info@abbccharters.ca

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

  • Job reference number- 131223
  • Cover letter
  • Proof of the requested certifications
  • Copy of portfolio or relevant work examples
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