Voyago is hiring a Full-Time Lead Hand for our On-Demand Transit Service in the Niagara Region!
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Being Great Place to Work® Certified reflects our commitment to employee happiness, engagement, and transparent communication.
About the Role
Reporting to the Transit Operations Supervisor , the Lead Hand is responsible for supporting daily transit operations while assisting the Supervisor with operational coordination.
This role involves a combination of on-road and office-based responsibilities , including :
Assisting with daily operations and service continuityCoordinating vehicle switch-outsSupporting operational needs during scheduled driving shiftsPerforming administrative duties related to transit operationsUsing multiple computer platforms, including payroll systems, internal reporting tools, and scheduling softwareThe ideal candidate is adaptable, organized, and comfortable working across different areas of transit operations in a fast-paced environment.
Your Role
Oversee fleet maintenance and on-road fleet coverageMaintain paperwork (i.e., timesheets, vacations, fleet reports)Act as a liaison for third party vendorsPerform daily circle checks on spare vehicles and are prepared to switch off broken down vehicles or complete a run-on last-minute noticeImmediately report and document all injuries, collisions or property damage that occursPerform safety blitzes or road observations on drivers at the direction of the Operations SupervisorImmediate point of contact for resolutions of issues affecting daily operations or escalate to Supervisor level if neededAssist with issues involving IT equipment such as tablets and smart card readersAvailable to assist with other duties as outlined by Transit SupervisorHourly Rate : $21.00 / hour Please note this is a unionized position.
Shift Details : Monday to Friday, 3 : 00pm-11 : 30pm
Requirements
Your Profile
You have a high school diploma or equivalentYou possess a high proficiency in typing and computer skills, including the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)You possess proven leadership experienceYou are an active listener with sound judgementYou possess general knowledge of vehicle maintenance & requirementsYou possess a valid G class driver's licenseYou possess a clean drivers abstractYou possess a clean criminal record searchYou have excellent customer service experienceYou are highly organized with strong communications skillsYou are an effective problem solverYou are detail-orientedYour Location
By joining the Voyago Transit team in the Niagara Region, you’ll find :
Employee and Family Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral BonusGreat company cultureAward WinningGrowth oriented companySubsidiary of Global Transportation Provider (Transdev)Employee recognitionBenefits
The Perks
We support the development, work-life balance and well-being of our employeesWe build a supportive corporate culture that encourages diversity and enables our people to flourish.We enable our employees to have a positive social impact by deploying sustainable mobility solutions.We offer our employees opportunities to build their own experience within a local, global Group.We offer comprehensive benefits packages for full time employees with an Employee and Family Assistance Program, a great company perks program and an Employee Referral Bonus for all staffWe are an Award Winning companyAs a subsidiary of Transdev, we provide opportunities for a rewarding career with a growing, global transportation providerWe focus on innovation and sustainable environmental initiativesVoyago is committed to provide accommodation for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request of the internal or external applicant. If you require an accommodation due to a disability for an interview, please notify Human Resources directly to make appropriate arrangements when contacted for an interview.
Voyago Transdev’s Applicant Tracking System uses AI-assisted tools during the initial application and early screening stage.
We thank all applicants however only those under consideration will be contacted.