Temporary Transit Driver - Closing May 29, 2026, Port Hope

Transit Driver The Transit Driver is responsible for the safe and punctual transportation of passengers using the public Transit service in Port Hope while providing excellent customer service.

Compensation

Casual/Part Time - $24.32 to $28.45 per hour

Contract Term: June 1, 2026 to September 1, 2026

Benefits and Perks

Optional OMERS Pension Plan from the date of hire

Work-life Balance Initiatives

Wellness, Social and Staff Ambassador Committees

Employee and Family Assistance Plan

Perks and Savings Partnerships

Qualifications

High school diploma

Responsibilities

Transport passengers to destinations using the Conventional service or Specialized service.

Communicate effectively in a variety of situations, including responding to customer queries and interacting with other operators and operations staff.

Operate a variety of Transit fleet vehicles in a safe manner under varying weather conditions.

Ensure the safety of all passengers by obeying and following defensive driving guidelines, local traffic laws, Municipal Policies/procedures, Port Hope Transit polices/procedures, and the Highway Traffic Act.

Operate a ramp when necessary to assist passengers. Secure passengers and their wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize during trip. Ensure patrons are aware of the available seatbelts and to buckle in for their own safety.

In the event of collision/accident/incident notify the Supervisor, Transitimmediately. Complete written reports on collisions or other incidents as soon as possible.

Perform daily circle checks and perform basic maintenance (ie; fluid top up). Refuel vehicles at the end of shift. Ensure vehicles are clean prior to taking on the road each morning.

Fill out a Daily Logbook to ensure drivers hours, keeping the Logbook with the Driver at all times. Operate the Transit fare system to comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, record and report the number of passengers that travel with Port Hope Transit.

Wear the designated uniform and name badge when driving the public vehicles.

Provide excellent customer service.

Adhere to high standards of ethical behaviour and demonstrate their understanding that their personal actions impact the public’s perception of the Municipality.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Transitor designate

Skills and Abilities

Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job which are repetitive and constant, including but not limited to: sitting for prolonged periods of time, reaching, gripping, pushing/pulling of steering wheel, twisting and turning of neck, high level of visual/sensory acuity and concentration.

Ability to lift objects up to 20 Kg to assist passengers with large objects including bags, wheelchairs, strollers, etc.

Other

Valid Class C driver’s license with two years of driving experience and a clean driver’s record/abstract.

Valid and satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.

Working Conditions

Available to work various shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and split shifts; occasional work after regular work hours.

Driving occasionally in inclement weather.

Long periods of sitting with repetitive hand‑wrist motion.

Regularly exposed to fumes, odors, and moderate noise

We are committed to creating and sustaining an environment that provides a supportive workplace and equal opportunity for all employees. Accommodations can be requested throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Municipal Act, as amended.

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