Transit Operator - January
BC Transit
After 3 years of service, Transit Operators earn a minimum annual salary of $76,932, with additional hourly wage premiums based on the Collective Agreement (shift premiums and overtime). 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.
We’re passionate about people and creating sustainable, safe and affordable solutions to BC. We are an organization that has a People First approach and considers people first in every business decision that we make.
What you'll be doing
You will be the face of BC Transit, assisting all community members to ensure they get where they need to go safely. We are looking for customer service superstars who we will train to drive all of the buses in our fleet, from double deckers to small capacity buses.
What you’ll bring to the table
- Minimum valid BC Class 5 driver’s license or out of province equivalent
- 2 years’ non-learners and non-novice driving experience
- 5 years’ claims experience summary dated within the past 14 days with no more than one at‑fault claim in the past 5 years; preference will be given to candidates with a clean driving record
- 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; preference will be given to candidates with a clean driving record
- Ability to pass a comprehensive ICBC medical examination relating to the Motor Vehicle Act requirement for a Class 2 driver’s license and be capable, after on‑the‑job training, of 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 to comprehend BC Transit policies, effectively communicate with the traveling public and report on incidents involving safety and / or service
- Good knowledge of the Greater Victoria area is an asset
What we’ll bring to the table
Hourly wage schedule as per the Unifor Local 333BC collective agreement :
$25.00 – Starting wage$27.20 – After 6 months$29.63 – One year anniversary$32.05 – Second year anniversary$36.86 – Third year anniversary$37.96 – After 5 years of servicePremiums and Benefits :
Hourly wage premiums based on the collective agreement and shift selection (e.g., Sunday time and a half; night shifts after 8 : 00 pm receive an additional $1.00 / hour)Comprehensive extended health and dental coverageMembership in BC’s Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP), a defined‑benefit planAccess to Fitness and Lifestyle CentersFlexible work schedulesEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramHealth and Wellness initiatives and eventsComplimentary employee bus pass (plus taxable dependent passes)Corporate Learning and Development ProgramEmployee Recognition ProgramMembership in Unifor Local 333Social Club events throughout Victoria7 weeks paid, on‑job Class 2 driving training3 weeks paid vacationAdditional 2 weeks off each year with ability to bank statutory holidaysAbility to bank overtime to take more time off or receive payoutThe physical requirements of the role
Manual handling of loads between 5 kg and 15 kg.Must meet Medical Standards for Commercial Drivers as required by the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators (CCMTA) Medical Standards. (Link : https : / / www2.gov.bc.ca / gov / content / transportation / driving-and-cycling / roadsafetybc / medical-fitness / medical-prof / med-standards)For more details, visit “Drive With Us” page to read the full Job Demands Analysis and view the full job description.What next steps could look like
The Application Checklist on our “Drive With Us” page will walk you through what to include in your application.
Along with your resume, you must include the following to be considered :
5‑year driver’s abstract (Provincial)5‑year driver’s abstract (National)5‑year insurance and claims historyCopy of driver’s license (front and back)If you have less than 5 years of driving experience in BC, you will need to attach the following documents from your previous country or province dated within 14 days :
5‑year driver’s abstract (Provincial)5‑year driver’s abstract (National / Commercial)5‑year insurance and claims historyAdditional information :
Position requires a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search.Eligibility list may be established for future full‑time vacancies.Disability accommodations available; contact careers@bctransit.com for assistance.BC Transit is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.Click here to answer frequently asked questions about working as a Transit Operator and our application process.
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