Bus Operator

Bus Operator – Halifax Regional Municipality

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for permanent full‑time Bus Operator positions with the Transit Operations division of Halifax Transit.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous / Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self‑identify on their application.

Bus Operators are responsible for the safe operation of their vehicles and must follow schedule guidelines, sometimes under difficult circumstances. Customer service is a large part of the Bus Operator’s daily duties; they must be able to communicate effectively with all passengers and respond to their needs. Bus Operators must constantly monitor their passengers and other drivers and exercise a great deal of tact and diplomacy. They must manage fatigue and adverse conditions while maintaining safety.

Candidates are REQUIRED to monitor the email address they used to submit the application.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Report to dispatch or start location at the beginning of shift and review operators’ notices
• Check and visually inspect vehicle for pre‑trip inspection
• Drive vehicle and practice defensive driving techniques while following the Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle and Motor Carrier Acts and HRM policies at all times
• Assess and monitor vehicle operating conditions, and report issues
• Greet, acknowledge, and assist passengers and the public in a professional and courteous manner
• Monitor fare collection and passenger loads
• Anticipate potential problems, passenger emergencies and respond to medical emergencies
• Monitor the behavior of passengers to ensure the safety of others and contact the Communications Centre for assistance as needed
• Provide assistance to passengers as requested. All Halifax Transit buses have wheelchair‑accessible features, which require Bus Operators to assist passengers on and off the bus by operating ramps and securing wheelchairs.
• Ensure passenger safety and comfort
• Secure and return items to Lost & Found
• Conduct post‑operations procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities

Security clearance may be required. In‑person testing will be conducted as part of the selection process.

WORK STATUS & HOURS

Permanent full‑time. Hours of work, vacation, and days off are determined by seniority and can impact a new Bus Operator’s personal and family life. Transit Services are available 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Bus Operators may be required to work weekends, both day and night shifts, with shifts that may change from one to the other with little notice. Daily work assignments may be split shifts. Holidays and days off may not be consecutive or consistent.

SALARY

As per the ATU Collective agreement, successful candidates will be compensated $27.37 per hour within the first year of service while completing mandatory training. Salary will increase incrementally up to a maximum of $32.20 per hour.

WORK LOCATION

200 Ilsley Avenue, Dartmouth or 80 Grassy Lake Drive, Halifax

CLOSING DATE

Applications will be received up to 11 : 59 pm on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note : This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those selected for interview / testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click the link : Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax.

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