Transit Operator

BC Transit•Victoria, BC

13d•CA$25 - CA$38•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. This role is for a Full-Time Regular position in Victoria, BC, with Unifor union representation. The hourly salary range is $25.00 - $37.96. After 3 years of service, Transit Operators make a minimum of $76,932 annually, with the ability to receive additional hourly wage premiums based on the Collective Agreement through various shift premiums and overtime. Additionally, the employer-paid benefits total a minimum of $16,313 per year, including dental, extended health, disability plans, an employee bus pass, and a defined benefit pension contribution. BC Transit is passionate about people and creating sustainable, safe, and affordable solutions for BC, with a People First approach. They are part of the solution in fighting climate change with battery electric buses, affordability through cost-effective transportation, and connecting remote communities. It’s an exciting time in the transit industry, and they are looking for creative and passionate people to join their team, offering flexible work arrangements, extended benefits, and a pension plan.

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.
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.
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.
Completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Be the face of BC Transit, assisting all community members ensuring they get where they need to go safely.
Learn to drive all buses in the fleet, from double deckers to small capacity buses.
Operate routes throughout the Greater Victoria area, from Sidney to Sooke.

Benefits

Employer-paid benefits totaling a minimum of $16,313 per year.
Dental, extended health, and disability plans.
Employee bus pass (plus taxable dependent passes).
Defined benefit pension contribution (Membership in BC’s Public Service Pension Plan - PSPP).
Flexible work arrangements/schedules.
Hourly wage premiums based on the collective agreement and shift selection (e.g., Sunday is time and a half, night shifts after 8:00 pm receive an additional $1.00/hour).
Access to Fitness and Lifestyle Centers.
Employee and Family Assistance Program.
Health and Wellness initiatives and events.
Corporate Learning and Development Program.
Employee Recognition Program.
Membership in Unifor Local 333.
Social Club.
7 weeks paid, on the job Class 2 driving training.
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.