Bus Operator Opportunities

Community Shuttle Operators start as casual and work on an as-needed basis. Once in the department, you may submit your intent to move into a part-time (20 to 30 hours per week) or full-time (minimum 35 hours per week) position.

You may also request additional hours if you sign up to drive for vacationing, sick, or unavailable drivers. Community Shuttle Operator training is also paid training.

Casual Community Shuttle Operators must adhere to the following requirements:

• Must be available to work four shifts every two-week pay period and two of those shifts should be on a weekday

• You can choose from available AM shifts (from start of service, 3:00 or 3:30 a.m., to 4:00 p.m.), PM shifts (from 12:00 p.m. to end of service, 4:00 a.m.), or open availability shifts. 

To qualify for a Conventional Bus or Community Shuttle Operator position, you must:

• Be a Canadian citizen or a Permanent Resident

• Have the ability to understand, speak, read, and write English in order to learn the training materials, communicate effectively with customers, and write reports on incidents involving safety

• Be willing to work various types of shifts

• Be able to pass a medical examination

• Be able to pass reference checks based on attendance and punctuality

• Have basic computer and internet literacy in order to complete the mandatory traning component

To apply for a Conventional Bus Operator position, you’ll need a Class 5 BC driver’s license or Canadian equivalent. You must also be able to obtain a minimum of a Class 2 BC commercial learner’s permit with the air brake endorsement unless you hold a valid Class 1 or a Class 2 license. You'll obtain a Class 2 BC commercial license with the air brake endorsement during training.

To apply for a Community Shuttle Operator Trainee position, you’ll need a Class 5 BC driver’s license or Canadian equivalent. You must be able to obtain a minimum of an unrestricted Class 4 BC commercial learner's permit, unless you hold a valid Class 1, 2, or Class 4 license.

You must demonstrate a safe driving history to qualify for any position that involves the operation of a company vehicle. Your driving record in Canada or out of country over the past five years will be reviewed as part of the application process.

At the time of application, you must meet the following driving requirements:

• No roadside suspensions or driving prohibitions in the past five years

• No more than one violation (moving or non-moving) with a maximum of three points in the past three years

• No more than one at-fault accident in the past three years

• If you already have one violation, and/or one at-fault accident when you apply and you receive either an additional violation/at-fault accident or an outstanding violation/accident appears on your driving record during the recruitment process, your application will no longer be considered

If you have held your BC license for less than five years and held a previous license from another province or country, you will be required to provide us with your driving records (driving abstract and insurance claims summary) to ensure you meet the minimum driving requirements.

Applications are assessed to determine if applicants have demonstrated a safe and responsible driving and history, as determined by Coast Mountain Bus Company. Even if you're able to meet the minimum requirements, an excessive number of violations, prohibitions, suspensions, and/or accidents in the past may exclude you from consideration.

We evaluate applications from persons with a criminal record. During the criminal record search phase, you must complete a Criminal Record Search, including a Vulnerable Sector Search, through your municipality's Police or RCMP department. This step is completed at your cost. Results from Criminal Record Searches are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Our exam meets the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Act and the medical qualifications necessary to hold a Class 2 or Class 4 license. Please do not complete this step on your own.

If you hold a Class 2 or an unrestricted Class 4 BC commercial learner's permit, you'll be instructed to obtain a driver's medical examination form to take to your appointment. There may be a fee for the form.