Motor coach driver, Kamloops

Overview Languages English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

or equivalent experience

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

On the road Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Responsibilities

Operate buses, school busses or streetcars to transport passengers

Provide sightseeing information

Report delays, mechanical problems and accidents

Load and unload vehicle

Direct passengers during emergency evacuation procedures

Operate para-transit vehicles

Ensure para-transit passengers board vehicle safely

Deal with public

Complete logbooks and reports

Deal with difficult passengers and resolve conflicts

Communicate with passengers, dispatchers or other drivers using two‑way radio systems

Ensure children's safety when boarding and leaving buses and crossing street while bus is stopped

Maintain control of student activities during travel to prevent distractions or behaviours that could compromise safety

Perform pre‑trip, en route and post‑trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Air Brakes Endorsement

Class 2/2F/C Licence (buses with more than passengers)

Class 4/4F/F/4A-B-C Licence (ambulances, emergency vehicles and buses with fewer than 24 passengers)

Defensive Driving Course

Certified Professional Bus Operator

Driver's Licence (Class 2 or B or C)

Experience and specialization Type of experience

School bus driver

Intercity bus driver

Tour and charter bus driver

Para-transit driver

Buses

Transportation/travel experience

Local

Regional

Provincial/territorial

Additional information Security and safety

Criminal record check

Driving record check (abstract)

Drug test

Transportation/travel information

Driver's abstract

Valid driver's licence

Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Ability to distinguish between colours

Attention to detail

Hand‑eye co‑ordination

Sitting

Sound discrimination

Work under pressure

Weight handling

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

Client focus

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Benefits Health benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Gratuities

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

Maternity and parental benefits

Other Benefits

Free parking available

Team building opportunities

Parking available

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