Driver

DUTIES

Trailblazers Life Choices is looking to fill the position of a Driver, who, under the direction of Transportation Coordinator, will primarily be responsible for transportation of adults living with disabilities.

MAIN DUTIES:

· Report delays, mechanical problems and accidents;

· Load and unload vehicle;

· Direct passengers during emergency evacuation procedures;

· Deal with difficult passengers and resolve conflicts;

· Deal with public;

· Complete logbooks and reports;

· Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle;

· Communicate with passengers, Transpiration Coordinator or other drivers;

· Operate buses or streetcars to transport passengers;

· Ensure adult's safety when boarding and leaving buses and crossing street while bus is stopped;

· Maintain control of individuals activities during travel to prevent distractions or behaviours that could compromise safety.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

· Be at least 18 years old.

· Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

· Driver's License (Class 2);

· Experience is an asset (School bus driver; Intercity bus driver; Buses 1 year)

· Driver's abstract;

· Be able to work in a fast-paced environment;

· Be able to work under pressure;

· Be able to handle heavy loads;

· Be able to sit for prolonged time

· Attention to detail;

· Hand-eye co-ordination;

· Ability to distinguish between colors;

· Sound discrimination;

· Effective interpersonal skills;

· Flexibility;

· Team player skills;

· Excellent oral communication;

· Client focus;

· Judgement;

· Reliability;

· Must be Organized

SCHEDULE

The shifts will be split between the following hours:

Mon-Fri: 7am - 10am & 3pm - 5pm

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

· Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada

· An applicant who is offered an employment, must provide a current (not older than 3 months) and satisfactory Criminal Records Check (with vulnerable sector search), Child Abuse Registry Check, and Adult Abuse Registry Check

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Extended health care

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• On call
• Overtime

Experience:

• driving: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 2 Manitoba Driver's License (required)

Work Location: In person