Transit Operator

Overview

Requisition : 4013

Affiliation: CUPE Transit

Position Type: Temporary Full Time

Number of Openings: Multiple Positions - Future Opportunities

Bi-weekly

Working Hours:

80 hours bi-weekly

Department/ Branch: Public Works, Transportation Services

Job Location: Fort Mc Murray

Transit Rate*: $45.07

COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480

Posted (dd/mm/yyyy): 14/01/2026

Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): Open Until Filled

Posting Type: External

• Report to dispatch or designated start location; review notices and confirm schedule, routing, and detours, including last-minute changes.
• Perform and document pre-trip vehicle inspections.
• Operate transit vehicles in accordance with schedules, traffic laws, defensive driving practices, and transit policies.
• Navigate both fixed and dynamic routes/schedules using the mobile data terminal, maintaining on-time performance and ensuring passenger comfort.
• Greet passengers courteously and assist with boarding, exiting, and personal items (up to 50 lbs).
• Support individuals with disabilities, including the use of ramps, lifts, and wheelchair securement devices.
• Monitor fare collection, issue transfers, and explain fare requirements or transit policies when needed.
• Maintain awareness of vehicle conditions, traffic, and passenger activity.
• Respond to onboard incidents, medical emergencies, or accidents, and communicate with dispatch as required.
• Complete all incident, accident, and safety-related reports accurately and promptly.
• Provide transit information, respond to passenger inquiries or complaints, and inform about onboard rules when necessary.
• Use two-way radio to maintain communication with dispatch and relay updates or concerns.
• Conduct post-operation tasks, including post-trip inspections, securing lost and found items and reporting safety or routing issues.
• Adapt to changes in routes or schedules on short notice.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of daily transit operations or municipal emergency response efforts.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skilled in the safe operation of vehicles on public roadways, in a variety of weather and traffic conditions.
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with a diverse range of people, using judgement, tact, and customer service skills.
• Communicates respectfully and can clarify and convey information in a clear and concise manner, including completing written reports.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision, demonstrating responsibility and reliability.
• Ability to adapt quickly to change.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Actively seeks to understand information communicated by listening and asking for clarification when needed.
• Maintain professionalism and a positive outlook during periods of stress.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Three (3) years of experience working in a service occupation dealing directly with customers is required.
• Two (2) years of professional/commercial driving experience is required.
• Driving experience in a transit environment is an asset.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certificate is an asset.
• Completion of a defensive driving course is an asset.

• Submission of a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
• A valid Class One (1) Operator’s License or Class Two (2) with Q-endorsement (Air Brakes) is required.
• A safe driving record is required (no more than 2 demerits and no more than 1 at-fault accident).
• Equipment field testing and/or competency testing will be required as part of the interview evaluation.
• Must be willing to work outside in all conditions.
• Must be medically and physically able to perform all duties of the position on an ongoing basis.
• Auditory testing may be required.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts that includes holidays, split shifts, evening/night shifts, and weekends.

To apply:

Please visit our website at  Current employees must apply through the internal careers site. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. Late applications will not be accepted.