Bus Operator

2 weeks ago

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Winnipeg Transit Full time

DATE POSTED:

  • Monday, July 24, 2023

EMPLOYER:

  • Winnipeg Transit

CITY/TOWN:

  • Winnipeg

BUSINESS LOCATION:

  • 421 Osborne Street

DESCRIPTION:

  • Recruitment Details
  • Bus Operator
  • Department: Winnipeg Transit
Designated Work Location: 421 Osborne Street, various locations

  • Position Type: Permanent, Fulltime
    Salary: $17.30 hourly (6 weeks training). $21.63$30.32 hourly, following successful completion of training
Posting No: 123578

  • Closing Date: August 11, 202
  • Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employerpaid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.
  • Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits. We take pride in fostering a respectful, diverse, safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.
  • The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to selfdeclare.
  • Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.
  • Job Profile
  • Under the general supervision of an Operations Supervisor, the Bus Operator is responsible for ensuring that safe, courteous and ontime Transit service is provided to passengers

This includes:

adherence to all applicable laws and Winnipeg Transit policy; interacting in a friendly and helpful manner with passengers and the public; adhering to assigned routes and schedule; managing and diffusing instances of conflict; monitoring fare payment; adherence to assault avoidance techniques; and maintaining a valid driver's license.


  • The position is also attentive to any concerns that may affect community safety.
  • As the Bus Operator you will:
  • Operate Transit Buses in a safe manner
  • Provide, courteous, professional transit service to the citizens of Winnipeg, in keeping with Transit and City policy and is responsible for the onboard safety of passengers
  • Inform passengers of the fare when applicable and monitor fare payment.
  • Report and correspond with supervisory personnel, as required as per Transit policy.
  • Participate in professional training and development.

Your education and qualifications include:

  • 1. Grade 10 or equivalent combination of training and experience
  • 2. Minimum of two (2) years' driving experience satisfactory to the employer.
  • 3. Customer service experience including inperson contact with the public.
  • 4. Experience with conflict management in a work setting.
  • 5. Driving experience in adverse weather conditions (Ex. Snow and ice) is an asset.
  • 6. Knowledge of City of Winnipeg landmarks, streets and bus route knowledge.
  • 7. Strong map reading skills.
  • 8. Welldeveloped verbal communication skills.
  • 9. Written communication skills including the ability to understand and follow Transit policies and procedures.
  • 10. Ability to operate vehicles safely, while driving defensively and within standard safety guidelines, regulations and requirements of the Manitoba Highway Traffic Act.
  • 11. Ability to multitask.
  • 12. Ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
  • 13. Ability to make quick decisions and exercise sound judgement in a variety of traffic related.
  • 14. Ability to work independently.
  • Conditions of employment:
  • The successful applicant must possess and maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada.
  • Must hold and maintain a full valid Manitoba Class 5 (5F) driver's license with a minimum Driver's Safety Rating of 4 or higher.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Class 2 driver's license with Airbrake Endorsement Beginners (2A/I).
  • Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including, but not limited to: Sitting for extended periods of time, reaching, twisting at the waist and neck, grip and leg strength.
  • Must be able to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and split shifts.

HOW TO APPLY:

  • How To Apply: APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:
  • 1. Current resume
  • 2. Copy of your valid Driver's License.
  • 3. Most recent Driver's Safety Rating Movement History issued by Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI).
  • 4. Most recent Driver's Abstract issued by Man

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