Bus Driver (Casual) - Cranbrook

Keolis Commuter Services; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wage: CAD 33.16 per/hour

Training Wage: CAD 23.21 per/hour

Union: CUPE Local 2087

Job summary

Keolis Commuter Services in Cranbrook, Alberta is hiring a Casual Bus Driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for sick days, leaves, and holidays. You’ll be trained on HandyDART, flex and health connections. This job is about supporting independence and compassionate service.

You must be dependable, able to work independently, and physically able to perform duties. A Class 2 license and passing background checks are required; wage is CAD 33.16 per hour for conventional bus, with a CAD

Qualifications

• Must have Class 2 license and pass the required enhanced criminal record check and drug & alcohol test.
• Provide a clean driver’s abstract.
• Ability to work independently and interact politely with the public and staff.
• Physically able to perform all job duties.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport passengers and provide door-to-door assistance
• Assist passengers with boarding, exiting, and securing mobility aids
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and maintain vehicle cleanliness
• Operate a two-way radio and manage fares accurately
• Maintain a safe and harassment-free environment for everyone
• Report any incidents, vehicle defects, or passenger safety concerns
• Fuel, wash, and check fluid levels of the vehicle
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle as required by Provincial legislation and record any minor vehicle defects onto the vehicle daily

Skills

Class 2 License

Public interaction

Physically fit

Job description

Hop Aboard and Drive a Difference!

Looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? As a Casual Bus Driver in Cranbrook, you’ll provide safe, reliable, transportation to cover sick days, leave of absences and holidays. You will be trained on different routes/services, like HandyDART, flex and health connections.

This role is more than just driving — it's about supporting independence, offering compassion, and ensuring every passenger feels valued. If you’re dependable, service-minded, and enjoy helping others, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do:

• Safely transport passengers and provide door-to-door assistance
• Assist passengers with boarding, exiting, and securing mobility aids
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and maintain vehicle cleanliness
• Operate a two-way radio and manage fares accurately
• Maintain a safe and harassment-free environment for everyone
• Report any incidents, vehicle defects, or passenger safety concerns
• Fuel, wash, and check fluid levels of the vehicle
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle as required by Provincial legislation and record any minor vehicle defects onto the vehicle daily

What We’re Looking For:

• Valid Driver's License - minimum of Class 2
• Ability to pass the required enhanced criminal record check, and drug & alcohol test
• Provide a clean driver's abstract
• Ability to work independently and interact politely with the public and staff
• Physically able to perform all job duties

Bonus Points if You Have:

• Previous taxi or shuttle driving experience
• Class 1 or 2Q license

What We Offer:

• Wage: $ 33.16 per/hour for Conventional Bus
• Training Wage: $23.21 per/hour
• Union: CUPE Local 2087

About Keolis:

Keolis provides mobility to over 3.4 billion passengers annually across 15 countries, operating everything from commuter trains and automated metros to shared bicycles. In Canada, Keolis employs nearly 1,857 people who operate light rail vehicles, urban buses, intercity coaches, and airport shuttles. With the recent acquisition of Pacific Western’s Transit and Motorcoach divisions, Keolis has officially expanded into Western Canada, bringing global expertise and a fresh commitment to safe, reliable, and passenger-focused service across Alberta and British Columbia. Each year, Keolis Canada helps over 12 million passengers reach their destinations smoothly and safely.