Transit Operator

BC Transit•Victoria, BC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We acknowledge with respect that BC Transit delivers our mission on the ancestral territories of Indigenous Peoples across British Columbia, and their historical relationships with the land continue to this day. In Victoria, where our Corporate Office is located, our people are privileged to live and work on the unceded traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən peoples, and the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations. We’re passionate about people and creating sustainable, safe and affordable solutions to BC. We are an organization that has a People First approach and considers people first in every business decision that we make. We are part of the solution and what we do matters; from fighting climate change with battery electric buses, to affordability through cost effective transportation, to connecting remote communities, we bring the heart, soul and innovation to public transportation. It’s an exciting time to be in the transit industry and we’re looking for creative and passionate people to join our team. Not only would you be joining an engaged organization but you’d also get to enjoy flexible work arrangements, extended benefits and a pension plan as just a few of the benefits BC Transit employees are eligible for. Keep reading to find out if this role is meant for you!

Requirements

Minimum valid BC Class 5 driver's license or out of province equivalent
2 years’ non-learners and non-novice Canadian driving experience OR 1 year non-learners and non-novice Canadian driving experience and 5 years’ of international driving experience in a jurisdiction covered within ICBC’s Driver’s License Exchange Jurisdictions.
5 years’ Claims Experience Summary dated within the past 14 days with no more than one at-fault claim in the past 5 years, preference will be given to those candidates with a clean driving record
National (N) and Provincial (P) driver’s abstracts, each dated within the past 14 days indicating safe and responsible vehicle operation over the past 5 years with no more than 1 violation totaling no more than 4 points, preference will be given to candidates with a clean driving record.
Ability to pass a comprehensive ICBC medical examination relating to the Motor Vehicle Act requirement for a Class 2 driver’s license and capable of, after on-the-job training, holding a Class 2 driver’s license
Willing and able to work shifts (both straight and split shifts) anytime within BC Transit’s operating 23 hours a day
Clearly demonstrated customer service skill set including conflict resolution, problem solving and sound decision-making
Ability to understand, speak and write English in order to comprehend BC Transit policies, effectively communicate with the traveling public and report on incidents involving safety and/or service

Nice To Haves

A good knowledge of the Greater Victoria area is an asset.

Responsibilities

Assisting all community members ensuring they get where they need to go safely.
Driving all of the buses in our fleet, from double deckers to small capacity buses.
Operating routes anywhere from Sidney to Sooke.

Benefits

Comprehensive extended health and dental to support you and your family, regardless of what life throws at you
Membership in BC’s Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP). Nationally recognized for its strong investment and governance practices, PSPP is a “defined benefit” plan
Access to Fitness and Lifestyle Centers to help you take care of your physical fitness and health
Flexible work schedules
Various premiums based on the collective agreement and shift selection
Various programs that support employees such as an Employee and Family Assistance Program
Health and Wellness initiatives and events aimed at fostering your mental health
A complimentary employee bus pass (plus taxable dependent passes)
A Corporate Learning and Development Program to help you in continuous career growth
An Employee Recognition Program where we all recognize each other successes (not just your Leaders!)
Membership in Unifor Local 333
A Social Club that gives you access to events throughout Victoria
7 weeks paid, on the job Class 2 driving training with our world class training department
3 weeks paid vacation
Additional 2 weeks off each year with the ability to bank statutory holidays
Ability to bank overtime to take more time off or have it paid out in lump sums