Job Opportunity: Shuttle Bus Driver
Hiring Company: Chilliwack Community Services
Position: Shuttle Bus Driver
Job Type: Casual
Shift Type: Rotational shifts
Location: Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada
Pay Rate: $24.43 per hour
Job Overview
Job Type: Casual
Location: Chilliwack, BC
Contract Start Date: October 28, 2024
Role Summary:
The Shuttle Bus Driver will report to the Coordinator of the STARS Program (Seniors Transport and Ride Service). The main job is to safely transport seniors for health appointments, shopping trips, and special events.
Qualifications
Education and Training:
- Completed Grade 10
- Class 4 Driver’s License (Unrestricted)
- One year of experience driving a 12-passenger vehicle
- Clean driving record (updated yearly)
- Physically able to lift up to 25 lbs
Skills and Abilities:
- Safe and careful driving
- Ability to work alone
- Can operate a shuttle bus with a manual lift
- Good communication skills (spoken and written)
- Basic knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office
- Understand driver standards and insurance requirements (ICBC)
- Good people skills, especially with seniors, showing kindness and respect
- Positive relationship-building skills with staff and community partners
- Ability to follow pre-set routes on time
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Main Duties
- Drive passengers to and from set locations based on a schedule
- Do pre-trip safety checks on the shuttle
- Help passengers board and get off the bus; operate lifts for wheelchairs or mobility devices as needed
- Ensure passenger safety by explaining and enforcing safety rules, securing wheelchairs, and managing emergencies as needed
- Perform basic vehicle maintenance like cleaning, refueling, checking belts, lights, tires, and fluids; suggest repairs when needed
- Keep accurate records of work hours, mileage, and expenses, and prepare basic paperwork when required
- Foster positive working relationships with other CCS teams and community partners
- Other duties as needed
General Information
- Wage: $24.43 per hour plus 10.6% in lieu of benefits
- Union Membership Required
- Open to all applicants
- Requires a criminal record check
- Reports to the Senior Services Coordinator
Application Instructions:
Mention the job title in your cover letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Submit Your Application:
Email: careers@comserv.bc.ca
Deadline: By 12:00 noon on November 12, 2024
Pay and Benefits
- Pay Rate: $24.43 per hour
How to Apply:
Send your cover letter and resume to the provided email address.
