Accessible Transit Bus Driver (TransHelp Operator) (10 Vacancies)

Region of Peel; Brampton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading public transit service as an Accessible Transit Bus Driver, where you'll provide essential transportation for residents with disabilities. This role involves driving, assisting passengers, and ensuring safety while delivering exceptional customer service. Enjoy a supportive work environment with various benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

14% in lieu of benefits paid

Shift Premium paid

Paid Holidays

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Healthy workplace program

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario Vehicle Operator's permit class 'B', 'C', 'E' or 'F' license required.
• Minimum six months related experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive passengers to specified destinations, assisting as necessary.
• Complete and log circle check information at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Secure passengers and their mobility aids/accessories.

Skills

Customer Service

Professional Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Map-Reading

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

Accessible Transit Bus Driver (TransHelp Operator) (11 Vacancies)

TransHelp, Public Works

Status: Various Regular Part Time Positions

Location and Work Mode: onsite at 2 Copper Road, Brampton and 3190 Mavis Road, Mississauga

Hours of work: up to 30 hours of work per week with various day, evening, holiday, and weekend shifts

Compensation: Start Rate: $30.23 Job Rate: $31.86

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Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

-14 % in lieu of benefits paid

-Shift Premium paid

-Paid Holidays (Refer to Collective Agreement for specifics)

-Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion

-Employer provided uniforms and footwear (where applicable)

-Employee and Family Assistance Program

-Healthy workplace program that is based on the model developed by the National Quality Institute (NQI) and Health Canada.

Assisting our community – one ride at a time.

As an Accessible Transit Bus Driver, you'll be an essential part of empowering the Region of Peel’s passengers, helping them maintain their independence and mobility. Your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on their ability to reach important services, appointments, and daily activities with ease and comfort. You’ll provide safe, reliable transportation while delivering exceptional customer service, offering a caring hand, and treating each passenger with the respect and kindness they deserve. It’s a rewarding role where you make a difference every day!

Join our diverse team and be part of our vision. Think big. Channel your creativity. Make a difference.

What you will do in this role:

• Complete and log circle check information at the beginning and end of each shift and report mechanical problems
• Log into Automatic Vehicle Locator (AVL) system at start and end of shift and communicate with dispatch during shift
• Interpret schedule, plan route and drive passengers to specified destinations assisting passengers when necessary
• Secure passengers and their mobility aids/accessories as required
• Execute duties in a tactful and courteous manner
• Ensure all company policies and procedures are followed by passengers

What the role requires:

• Valid Ontario Vehicle Operator's permit class "B","C", “E” or “F” license (Z endorsement as an asset) and a good driving record (current driver abstract required)
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent education to be considered, along with six months related experience
• Previous experience working in accessibility accommodation considered an asset
• Professional communication, customer service and interpersonalskills
• Physically able to perform the requirements of the position that includes pulling, pushing and bending
• Able to respond to emergency situations with minimum supervision
• Previous training in First Aid, CPR and defensive driving is preferred
• Good map-reading skills to help navigate routes
• Must successfully complete the TransHelp Driver Operator training program during probationary period
• Completion and satisfactory results of a Vulnerable Sector Search is required

Who We Are: TransHelp provides door-to-door specialized public transit that enables residents with disabilities to travel without barriers and maintain independence. To be eligible for TransHelp, you must experience a barrier to using conventional public transit - Brampton Transit or MiWay - due to a physical, cognitive, visual, sensory or mental health disability. TransHelp and its regional transportation partners are aiming to reach 100% accessibility across a fully integrated transit network.

At Peel Region, we can create lasting impact, together.

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Thank you for submitting your application. ***Please ensure to upload a current copy of your Driver’ Abstract under Additional Documents***

We value your interest in the Region of Peel and the skills and experience you bring to the table.

About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Additional Information

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please [e-mail]

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.