Access Transit Operator Full-time Job

Job Summary

Duties & Responsibilities

Typical Duties

• Operates an accessible bus in a competent, safe and courteous manner in a variety of conditions and in accordance with all policies and procedures.
• Receives, interprets and applies information and schedule direction from booking and scheduling staff.
• Collects fares and provides passengers with service and policy information.
• Assists passengers to and from the bus, boarding and exiting the vehicle and ensures their safety.
• Performs safety checks.
• Reports all operational problems, such as delays and mechanical problems, according to established procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Abilities And Skills

• Thorough knowledge of the City of Saskatoon geography.
• Thorough knowledge of scheduling and dispatching procedures.
• Knowledge of, and empathy with, the transportation needs of persons with disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to participate effectively as a member of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to deal courteously and tactfully with the public.
• Demonstrated ability to organize tasks and work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and manage conflicts in a positive and timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain effective working relationships with the public, other professionals in various fields, co-workers and civic officials.
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties.

Education, Training And Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 education.
• Three years’ experience in public transportation service delivery including two years customer service experience.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 4 Driver’s Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.

Requires Security Check

Additional Requirements

Evening and weekend hours are required