Get paid to hit the road with full-time work as a driver with Brampton Transit

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Published April 19, 2024 at 12:15 pm

Get paid to hit the road with full-time work as a driver with Brampton Transit

The city is kicking off a hiring blitz for transit drivers to fill full-time positions driving Brampton Transit routes.

With a shortage of temporary transit workers available in the city, Brampton Transit says it is looking for transit operator recruits for its upcoming 2024/2025 training classes.

While the positions are currently only for temporary contract work, the hours are full-time and could lead to a permanent gig with Brampton Transit.

Transit drivers will work a variety of shifts five days a week including days, nights, weekends and holidays with a minimum of 40 hours per week, and possible overtime offered.

Responsibilities of a transit operator include collecting fares and issuing transfers along a pre-assigned route. Drivers are responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle, the safety of all passengers and respect for other users of the road while sticking to operational schedules and following the rules of the road.

Full-time drivers can make up to $38.05 per hour and the position comes with group benefits, vacation time and a fully paid five-week training program. And while the positions open now are temporary, the city says transit drivers with a good performance record can successful in obtaining permanent positions within 12 to 18 months of being hired.

Brampton Transit says it is looking for candidates with customer service, good communication skills and a positive attitude.

Qualifications include a Grade 12 education or equivalent secondary education, a current class CZ licence in good standing or the ability to upgrade an existing class G driver’s licence to a class CZ licence, and a three-year driver’s abstract with no infractions, offences, convictions, demerit points or accidents.

Applications are open until April 28. For more information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position with Brampton Transit click here.

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