Truck Driver IV - Transit (part-time)

Job No: CITYPR0726

Location: Powell River, BC

Closing Date: 1 May 2018 AEST

OPEN DATE:        April 18, 2018

CLOSING DATE:  4 pm Monday, April 30, 2018

DEPARTMENT:    Infrastructure Services

DIVISION:          Operational Services

SECTION:            Transit

REPORTS TO:      Transit Supervisor

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About The Organization:

Located on the upper Sunshine Coast of British Columbia within the traditional territory of the Tla'amin First Nation, Powell River offers a mix of urban and rural living in a naturally beautiful setting.  Surrounded by mountains, lakes, natural forest and the ocean, Powell River offers something for every outdoor recreation enthusiast.  Powell River has a vibrant Arts and Culture community and hosts world class festivals and events.  Whether you are hiking the Sunshine Coast Trail, taking in the International Kathaumixw Choral Festival, exploring our historic Townsite, or connecting with the world in your home office, Powell River is a great place to live, work and play.  Helpful websites: City of Powell River  Tourism Powell River 

JOB SUMMARY:

Operates a transit bus for the purpose of transporting public passengers on an established operating schedule

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates a transit vehicle ensuring time schedules are adhered to and ensuring safety of passengers and the public; ensures for proper conduct of transit passengers
• Ensures bus fares are provided, checks for valid tickets, carries out a daily passenger count, changes transit signs on bus stations
• Cleans the interior and exterior of the transit vehicle by using cleaning supplies and equipment
• Assists wheelchair passengers on and off the transit vehicle; assists the elderly and physically challenged on and off the transit vehicle; ensures that wheelchairs and scooters are properly secured
• Attends division safety talks, crew talks and required safety training; follows safe work procedures; reports hazards, injuries and near misses
• Operates City vehicles (Class II with Air or lesser)
• Maintains professional and technical requirements for the position
• Performs related duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School (Grade 12)
• Valid B.C. Class 2 Driver's License with Air Endorsement
• W.H.M.I.S. Certificate
• Up to date knowledge of the City’s computerized systems, administrative systems and office technology as required

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 3 months previous experience driving a Class II vehicle

• Or an equivalent combination of experience and education

PAY RATE:

This is a union position with the current 2018 pay rate of $27.50 per hour as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 798 Collective Agreement.

HOURS OF WORK:

Up to 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week and may include early morning, evening and weekend shifts.

How To Apply:

If you are interested in this position:

1. Complete the questions contained in the application below.  NOTE: CUPE members must use their correct seniority date.  After completing the questions, click "Next".
2. Attach a cover letter and a resume as separate PDF or Word documents.  This is a mandatory requirement of the application process. 
3. Attach copies of degrees, diplomas, and certifications if applicable in one single PDF or Word document.
4. IMPORTANT: Each applicant must use an email address unique to them.

 We thank all applicants for their interest, however, we may choose to only acknowledge those applicants selected for interview.

The City of Powell River is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants may be required to participate in formal testing and interviews and to provide documentation to demonstrate and support their qualifications.