Transit Driver

Reporting to the Supervisor, Facilities & Transit, the Transit Driver will be responsible for safely operating transit vehicles in accordance with applicable legislation, including during adverse road and weather conditions, on a designated route and schedule. This role is responsible for collecting fares, issuing transfers, and ensuring the validity of transfers and passes. The Transit Driver will perform daily inspections, monitor vehicle performance, and report any irregularities to Operations.

Safely operate transit vehicles on time and in a proper manner, including during adverse road and weather conditions, on a designated route and schedule.

Abide by Highway Traffic Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Manual of Operations, all other applicable legislation, Town policies and procedures.

Collect fares and issue transfers, while ensuring validity of transfers and passes.

Report and document all incidents, accidents and injuries immediately.

Assist Operations by reporting relevant information and problems impacting transit services such as route blockages, accident locations, traffic congestion, weather and road conditions.

Perform daily vehicle inspections.

Regulate heating, lighting, ventilation, operate doors and gate etc.

Monitor vehicle performance and report any irregularities to Operations.

Work as a team player promoting a positive and professional work environment and conduct role with integrity and respect.

Act as an Ambassador throughout the community, positively representing the Town.

Abide by the policies and procedures of the Town.

Abide by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and work in a manner that is safe, reporting incidents immediately to direct supervisor.