Transit Operator - Permanent, Part Time

Stratford Rotary Complex; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A part-time opportunity for a Transit Driver in Stratford, responsible for the safe operation of a passenger transit bus. The role includes collecting fares and assisting passengers, ensuring a comfortable ride regardless of conditions. Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a secondary school diploma.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License (Class CZ) with good driving record.
• Demonstrated related professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe operation of a passenger transit bus.
• Collects passengers’ fares and verifies passes.

Skills

Safe operation of passenger transit bus

Assistance with wheelchair loading

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Job description

Department/Division: Community Services / Transit

Location: On-Site (Stratford, ON)

Duties:

• Reporting to the Supervisor of Transit, the Part Time Transit Driver is responsible for the safe operation of a passenger transit bus.
• Signs out assigned bus and completes circle check, completing appropriate written work records before starting route.
• Collects passengers’ fares, verifies passes and issues transfer documents.
• Operates bus, following established routes and schedules, in various weather and road conditions.
• Regulates heating, lighting and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Assists passengers with loading wheelchairs, buggies, walkers, shopping carts, etc.
• Monitors operations, equipment and passenger conduct, and reports hazards or concerns to Manager.
• Complies with all safety rules, practices, requirements and regulations.
• Assists in maintaining a safe work environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Secondary School Diploma.
• Demonstrated related professional experience.
• Valid Driver’s License (Class CZ) with good driving record.
• Ability to work according to designated shifts
• Ability to follow directions given

Applications will be received until June 23, 2025at 4:30 pm.

The City of Stratford is committed to building a culture where difference is valued. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be on behalf of the community we serve. We are committed to continuously improving our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers, promote respect and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We encourage and welcome qualified applicants with a diverse range of perspectives, skills and lived experiences to apply.

Accommodations are available for people with disabilities throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Applicants should make their needs known in advance.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information collected in response to this advertisement is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 to determine eligibility for employment with the City of Stratford. Please direct inquiries to the Human Resources Department at 519-271-0250 x 336.