Transit Driver Transit

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About MVT
MVT Canadian Bus, Inc. (MVT), subsidiary of MV Transportation, proudly operates the Barrie Transit conventional, specialized and on-demand transit service for the City of Barrie from a $22M state of the art facility as part of a 20-year operating contract which commenced in 2015. We are committed to being a company that makes a difference in people's lives by inspiring our employees, treating our customers as part of the family, and making our communities even better places to live.

Position Summary
Conventional Transit Operators are responsible for the safe and on-time transportation of passengers in accordance with Company and client contract standards. Operators will drive a variety of vehicles depending on the facility and need.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Operates a vehicle on an assigned route transporting customers to and from designated locations, as well as related activities in a safe and timely manner

Conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure proper operating condition of vehicle and on-board equipment

Prepares daily vehicle inspection reports detailing pre-trip and post-trip inspection results

Communicates vehicle defects both minor and major immediately to the Control Centre and/or maintenance personnel

Ensures safe and clean vehicle condition at the start and end of each route operated, including checking for and reporting lost items

Maintains, reads and understands route sheets including time changes and notifies Supervisor immediately of any changes

Operates the vehicle and stops to allow passengers to safely board and disembark in compliance with Company policies

Communicates effectively with dispatch or central office personnel via two way radio, MDT or other company provided technology in accordance with Company policies

Adjusts to variables in normal working conditions, including adverse weather, traffic and construction, customer issues, vehicle accidents and trip changes

Employs all defensive driving techniques and safety policies with a goal to eliminate preventable and non-preventable accidents and customer injuries

Provides excellent customer service including assistance in loading and unloading customers if/when necessary, supplying information, and responding appropriately in the event of emergency

Maintains a safe work area and a focus on safety to reduce the opportunity for injury to self or other employees

Immediately reports all accidents/incidents in accordance with Company policies and procedures

Accurately maintains proper shift documentation reports, and records

Demonstrates a cooperative attitude with fellow employees, customers and Supervisors while promoting Company values

Protects customers and secures vehicle in the event of accident or injury; communicates effectively with dispatch and operations staff as directed by accident and incident policies

Diffuses difficult situations and maintains order onboard vehicle

Documents thoroughly the course of the day including odometer readings, times, MDT, and/or manifest depending on circumstance

Accurately collects and reconciles fares collected from customers

Follows correct end-of-shift procedures

Maintains a professional demeanor and appearance including strict adherence to company supplied uniforms, being properly dressed, neatly groomed and with good hygiene according to Company standards

Demonstrates regular and consistent attendance and punctuality in compliance with Company policies

Attends all required in-service training, Company required safety meetings and training and other required meetings

All other duties as assigned

Working Conditions
The Conventional Transit Operator works primarily in a city transit vehicle on the road providing transportation and requires the following physical activities: long periods of sitting, considerable use of arms, repetitive hand-wrist motion, and legs and moving the whole body such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and managing customers and materials. Operators frequently work in outside weather conditions and are occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibrations.

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