Charter Driver

Pacific Western Transportation Ltd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company is hiring full-time Charter Drivers in Calgary. The role involves safely transporting clients, providing exceptional customer service, and completing assigned charters. Ideal candidates should have a strong driving background, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safety and reliability. Training is provided for those needing license upgrades.

Qualifications

• Possess Class 1 or 2 driver’s license, or be willing to obtain it.
• Effective communication with clients and dispatch.
• Organized and reliable team player with good driving habits.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport clients and provide superior customer service.
• Complete charters, manage workload, and ensure compliance with Hours of Service.
• Conduct pre-and-post trip checks and maintain vehicle cleanliness.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Driving skills

Customer service

Education

Class 1 or 2 driver’s license

Tools

Transit bus

Coach bus

School bus

Job description

Job Details

Description

Charter Driver - Full-Time

Full-time Charter Drivers are responsible for safely transporting clients and providing superior customer service. Drivers must display strong communication skills, both written and oral, in interaction with other drivers, maintenance, operations, and the public they serve. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, patient, and dedicated.

Shifts can include days, evenings, weekends and overnights.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Complete charters as assigned
• Check the charter waybill to confirm details
• Drive safely and responsibly; be prepared for all road conditions
• Ensure compliance with Hours of Service
• Manage workload – ensure all details related to the assigned charter are understood
• Pre-and-post trip checks of the unit each time it is used
• Complete all applicable paperwork
• Maintain radio contact and use proper radio protocol
• Manage passenger behavior by quickly solving problems
• Communicate with dispatch at your scheduled time, prepared and ready to go
• Fuel bus as required; fuel cards are assigned to the individual
• Maintain a clean bus
• Complete and submit DVCRs
• Drop off or pick up units when requested by Operations or Maintenance
• Assist with school runs, as needed
  
  

Knowledge And Skills Required

• Class 1 or 2 driver’s license preferred; will provide license upgrade training for other license classes
• Possess, or be willing to obtain Q Endorsement
• Types of equipment driven can include transit, coach, and school bus; training provided
• Organized, punctual, and reliable
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Calm, pleasant, and helpful manner
• Excellent driving skills and habits
• Map reading ability
• Knowledge of attractions and venues in and out of town
• Ability to communicate effectively with all parties
• Commitment to excellence in customer service
  
  

Wage: $20.50 - $27.00 per hour (vehicle specific)