Transit Driver Durham Region Transit

Voyago Transdev Ontario is hiring Transit Drivers to fill an existing opening based in our Ajax office supporting operations across the expanded Durham regions.

Your Role

• Voyagos Transit Drivers are responsible for delivering exceptional door-to-door customer service while working closely with individuals who have special needs
• You are required to provide proactive assistance to passengers in boarding vehicles maneuvering wheelchairs securement belts lifting portable assistive devices and offering necessary aid throughout the journey.
• You are a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and comfort of passengers by properly securing passengers devices and mobility aids.
• Additionally providing WOW! Customer service to all passengers and assisting with information on fares schedules and stops is a crucial aspect of this role

Key Responsibilities

• You are offering door-to-door customer service.
• You will assist passengers in boarding vehicles and maneuvering wheelchairs.
• You are attaching securement belts and lift portable assistive devices as needed.
• You will ensure the proper restraint and security of passengers devices and mobility aids.
• You are providing passengers with accurate information on fares schedules and stops.
• You will maintain a safe and comfortable environment throughout the journey.
• You will communicate effectively and professionally with passengers and team members.
• You will adhere to all company policies procedures and safety standards.

Your Profile

• You are a safe driver with a clean driving record
• You can obtain a clean criminal record search and/or vulnerable sector screening
• You are a professional driver with a class license of G
• You are able to work with individuals who have special needs in a compassionate and patient manner
• You are physically capable to lift and maneuver assistive devices
• You have excellent communication skills both written and oral
• Your prior experience in a similar role would be preferred
• You are comfortable working around any type of service animal
• You have a sound knowledge of the city of Durham
• Shifts available: morning/afternoon/evenings/nights weekdays/weekends full-time/part-time available

Hourly Rate : $20.00

By joining the Voyago Transit team in Durham youll find:

• We offer a competitive hourly pay
• We offer on the job training and job shadowing
• We offer free license upgrade
• We provide opportunities for growth
• Our full time comprehensive benefit package is available if you work 30 hours or more per week

The Perks

• We support the development work-life balance and well-being of our employees
• We build a supportive corporate culture that encourages diversity and enables our people to flourish.
• We enable our employees to have a positive social impact by deploying sustainable mobility solutions.
• We offer our employees opportunities to build their own experience within a local global Group.

• We offer comprehensive benefits packages for full time employees with an Employee and Family Assistance Program a great company perks program and an Employee Referral Bonus for all staff
• We are an Award Winning company
• As a subsidiary of Transdev we provide opportunities for a rewarding career with a growing global transportation provider
• We focus on innovation and sustainable environmental initiatives

Voyago is committed to provide accommodation for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request of the internal or external applicant. If you require an accommodation due to a disability for an interview please notify Human Resources directly to make appropriate arrangements when contacted for an interview.

Voyago Transdevs Applicant Tracking System uses AI-assisted tools during the initial application and early screening stage.

We thank all applicants however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Required Experience:

IC