Electric Bus Technician/Driver (Vancouver Transit System)

Green Transportation Pioneer:
Operate and maintain BC’s expanding fleet of 200+ electric buses while serving regular transit routes, combining driving with basic EV maintenance.

Hybrid Role Compensation:

• Monthly Earnings: 6,500−6,500−7,800
  • Base Driving Wage: $32.50/hr
  • Technical Premium: $6.25/hr for maintenance work
  • Certification Bonuses: Up to $2,500 annually
• Schedule: 4-day work weeks with alternating shop days

Dual-Role Responsibilities:

• Morning route driving (e.g., #99 B-Line)
• Afternoon battery diagnostics
• On-road charging management
• Passenger EV education

Required Qualifications:

• Licenses/Certs:
  • Class 2 with Air Brake
  • BC Electric Vehicle Technician ticket
  • High Voltage Safety Training
• Skills Cross-Training:
  • 6-week paid apprenticeship program
  • Ongoing software update training

Unique Benefits:

• Free charging at all transit depots
• Green Job Tax Credits
• Transit expansion priority hiring