Bus Driver - Elk Valley (Casual)

Keolis America, Inc.; Cranbrook; Sur place; CAD 36 000 - 44 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Casual on-call employment

Opportunities for additional hours

Training across multiple services

Wage: 27.73/hour

Training Wage: 19.41/hour

CUPE Local 2087

Résumé du poste

Keolis Canada is seeking a Casual Relief Bus Driver in Elk Valley to provide safe, reliable transportation on an on-call basis. You will be trained on routes including HandyDART, Flex, and Health Connections and support independence for riders.

This role is casual with no guaranteed hours, with wage details and training provided. You will join a unionized environment under CUPE Local 2087, contributing to community mobility and passenger safety.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 driver's license with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Pass enhanced criminal record check and drug/alcohol test.
• Provide a clean driver's abstract.
• Able to work independently and politely with the public and staff.
• Physically capable of performing all job duties.

Responsabilités

• 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 incidents, vehicle defects, or passenger safety concerns.
• Fuel, wash, and check fluid levels of the vehicle.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections as required by Provincial legislation.

Connaissances

Class 2 License

Criminal record check

Clean driving record

Independent work

Physical fitness

Description du poste

Looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? As a Casual Relief Bus Driver in Elk Valley, you'll provide safe, reliable transportation services while supporting daily operations on an as-needed basis. Casual Drivers are called upon to cover scheduled vacations, sick leave, leaves of absence, training, and other operational requirements. You will be trained on different routes and services, including 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 with Air Brake Endorsement
• 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
• Familiarity with the Elk Valley area
• Class 1 or 2Q license

What We Offer:

• Casual, on-call employment
• Opportunities for additional hours based on operational requirements
• Training and experience across multiple transportation services
• Wage: $27.73/hour
• Training Wage: $19.41/hour
• Union: CUPE Local 2087

Please note: This is a casual relief position with no guarantee of minimum hours. Work assignments are scheduled based on operational requirements, employee absences, vacation coverage, training requirements, and service needs.

This last sentence addresses the possibility that the incumbent returns and avoids implying an ongoing vacancy. It's also language I've commonly seen accepted by Labour Relations and unionized environments.

About Keolis:

Keolis Canada is a leader in public transportation, with over 2,000 employees dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and sustainable multimodal mobility solutions across the country. Committed to operational excellence, innovation, and customer experience, the company actively contributes to making travel more accessible and efficient, while creating a positive impact on communities and the environment.

A subsidiary of the Keolis Group, a global company owned by SNCF (70%) and the Caisse de d'épot et placement du Québec (CDPQ) (30%), Keolis Canada benefits from the expertise of a group operating in 13 countries, with nearly 70,000 employees and revenue of 7.7 billion euros in 2025.