POSITION:
Motor Coach Operator - Spare Board
REPORTS TO:
Operations Supervisor DEPARTMENT:
Passenger Services
LOCATION:
Timmins REFERENCE: 500-99B-26
WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services.
ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve.
With over 1100 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations.
Join our team as a Motor Coach Operator!
Begin on a spare board rotation, working line runs, scheduled charters and garage work cleaning buses.
This is an exciting opportunity for a customer focused individual that is driven by the need to help others.
Our Motor Coach Operation is in the business of moving people across Ontario.
We strive to provide reliable and efficient service and hire staff capable of fulfilling these goals. Be an ambassador for Ontario Northland and travel throughout Ontario.
Safe driving behavior Exceptional face to face customer service Passionate about your community Effective listening and communication with a positive attitude Personable & respectful of others Resourceful Resilient when faced with difficult situations Calm under pressure, patient Effective conflict resolution and de-escalation skills Exercise good judgment Willing to work overnights Passion for driving and love of travel MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operates coach in a safe manner, using defensive driving techniques; maintains schedule; and makes designated stops on assigned route. Greets passengers in a friendly, courteous manner; provides information concerning routes, schedules and transfer points Assists passengers with the use of securement systems, ramps and lifts, and by other means as appropriate, including the announcement of arrival at major thoroughfares, facility and/or departure locations on a given route, using a microphone while operating the bus.
Collects appropriate tickets through the operation of an electronic fare collection system.
Inspects and prepares assigned coach for operation by performing a pre-trip inspection.
Complete accurate MTO Hour of Service Logs and adhere to MTO Hours of Service regulations.
May perform chartered service throughout Canada and the U.S Observes uniform regulations and/or other rules, policies and regulations as outlined by ONTC. Work shifts in the garage doing Operator/labourer assignments which involves cleaning buses Must be punctual, reliable and maintain regular attendance in order to contribute individually to the efficient and effective delivery of transportation service to the general public.
REQUIREMENTS:
Passion for customer service Secondary School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) Valid B or C class driver’s license with a Z endorsement (A or D class will be considered) Clean Driver’s Abstract Valid passport Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs Flexibility to adapt to changing work schedule/shifts Must be committed to Company Health and Safety Knowledge and previous experience of Motor Coach Service industry is a definite asset Proficiency in both official languages (English and French) is an asset Available to work weekends, statutory holidays and shift work BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:
The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, physical, functional fitness evaluation and hearing examinations as well as pre-placement drug/alcohol testing, employment references and education verification.
CLOSING DATE:
Ongoing until filled.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Qualified individuals…
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