Transit Bus Operator

Essential Public Service Role:
Operate buses for TransLink’s Metro Vancouver network, including the SkyTrain feeder routes and B-Line rapid transit.

Salary & Benefits:

• Monthly Earnings: 5,500−5,500−6,800 CAD
  • Starting Wage: 28.50/hr(progressingto28.50/hr(progressingto38/hr in 3 years)
  • Shift Premiums: +$2.50/hr for evenings/weekends
  • Annual Bonus: Up to $3,000 performance bonus
• Union Benefits:
  • Defined benefit pension plan
  • Extended health/dental coverage
  • 6 weeks paid vacation after 10 years

Requirements:

• Licensing: Class 2 with Air Brake (or training provided)
• Clearances:
  • Clean 5-year driver’s abstract
  • Criminal record check
• Attributes:
  • Customer service skills
  • Route navigation ability
  • Patience in traffic congestion

Career Path:

• Progress to SkyTrain operator ($40+/hr)
• Move into dispatch/supervisory roles
• Specialize in HandyDART services

Hiring Process:

• 6-week paid training program
• Progressive responsibility system
• 94% job satisfaction rate among operators