HandyDART Driver - Victoria

Transdev Canada; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a HandyDART Driver, providing essential transportation services for individuals with disabilities in Victoria. This rewarding role emphasizes safety, compassion, and customer service, ensuring that passengers feel comfortable and respected during their journeys. Enjoy a competitive salary starting at $27.52/hour with opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive benefits package once you become a full-time employee. Be part of a company that values diversity and community impact while making a difference in people's lives through sustainable mobility solutions. If you have a passion for driving and helping others, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full medical and dental plans

RRSP Program with company contribution

Opportunities for career advancement

Positive social impact

Diversity and employee development

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class 4 Unrestricted driver's license.
• Strong customer service skills and empathy for passengers with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Safely assist passengers with boarding and disembarking from the vehicle.
• Operate HandyDART vehicles following all traffic regulations and safety protocols.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections of the vehicle.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Empathy

Driving Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to Operate Accessible Transportation Equipment

Education

Valid Class 4 Unrestricted Driver's License

Clean Driving Record

Job description

Transdev Canada is seeking dedicated and compassionate HandyDART Drivers to join our Victoria team.

As a HandyDART Driver, you will provide essential transportation services for individuals with disabilities and mobility challenges, ensuring their safety, comfort, and dignity. If you have a strong commitment to helping others and a passion for driving, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

Your role:

• Passenger Assistance: Safely and courteously assist passengers with boarding, securing mobility devices, and disembarking from the vehicle.
• Safe Operation: Operate HandyDART vehicles following all traffic regulations, company safety protocols, and accessible transportation standards.
• Route Adherence: Follow assigned routes and schedules, making stops at designated locations to ensure passengers' timely arrival at their destinations.
• Safety and Sensitivity: Provide a safe, respectful, and empathetic environment for passengers, addressing their specific needs and concerns.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections of the vehicle, reporting any defects or maintenance issues to the maintenance team.

The perks:

• Competitive salary, $27.52/hour (up to $30.29/hr after 800 hours/six months).
• An excellent benefits package with full medical, dental plans and RRSP Program with company contribution (Available upon becoming a full-time union employee).
• Opportunities for career advancement due to a strong presence across North America.
• A great work environment!
• The ability to have a positive social impact by operating sustainable mobility solutions.
• Join a Group committed to encouraging diversity and employee development.

Your profile:

• You have a valid Class 4 Unrestricted driver's license or equivalent (If you have a Class 5, Class 3 or Class 4 Restricted, please visit ICBC and get your learners permit prior to applying).
• You have a clean driving record.
• You have strong customer service skills and empathy for passengers with disabilities.
• You can operate accessible transportation equipment and secure mobility devices.
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• You must be able to pass drug and alcohol testing and background checks.
• Prior experience in passenger transportation, especially with individuals with disabilities, is an asset.
• This is a casual, unionized position in Victoria, BC.
• There are about 20-25 hours/week.
• HandyDART Bus Drivers must be available for five full days a week (assigned two consecutive days off).
• Early, split & late shifts may be required.

Join an international Group strongly rooted in the communities.

Transdev is an international leader in mobility at the service of communities. We design and operate public transport networks - buses, coaches, trams, trains, shared bikes, ferries, and more - to empower freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable and innovative solutions that serve the common good.

Because we are people serving people, our 100,000 employees have a positive impact on people and society. It is by taking care of them that we empower people to move forward.

In March 2023, Transdev Canada expanded its reach in western Canada by acquiring First Transit. By joining forces, Transdev Canada is now the largest multi-modal privately owned transportation company in Canada.