Bus Operator(s)

Section: Transit Operations

Division: Transit Services

Department: Planning and Growth

Initial Reporting Location: 1160 Lorne Street

Job Status: Regular part time positions

Number of Vacancies: 6

Union Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Inside Unit

Hours of Work: Up to 40 hours weekly

Shift Work Required: Yes

Range of Pay: Group 7 - $31.30 to $33.80 per hour

The start date will follow the selection process.

A criminal record check is required for this position and will be requested by the Hiring Manager should you be the candidate of choice. Please do not submit your criminal record check with your application.

Main Function: Responsible for the safe and timely operation of CGS Transit Coaches in accordance with the service standards and policies established for Greater Sudbury Transit.

Characteristic: Under the general supervision of the Transit Operations Supervisor.

Duties

• Safely operate various coaches on pre determined routes, according to schedules.
• Collect fares, issue transfers, and assist public with information when requested.
• Secure wheelchairs and scooters.
• Complete waybills, log cards, and vehicle checks on a daily basis.
• Conduct passenger surveys when requested.
• Report suspected mechanical defects promptly.
• Complete written reports as required.
• Other related duties as may be directed from time to time.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Note: The above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all inclusive.

Qualifications

Education and Training

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.

Experience

• Two (2) years of non-learner driving experience.
• No transit experience necessary.

Other Requirements

• Must have thorough knowledge of transit routes, fares, and schedules.
• Ability to operate and park transit coaches to the satisfaction of the Driver Trainer.
• Must be able and willing to work shift work.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills in dealing with the public, staff, and outside agencies in a courteous and effective manner.
• Excellent use of English verbally and in writing.
• French verbal and written skills an asset.
• Satisfactory health, attendance, and former employment history.
• Provide, at own cost, a current Criminal Record Check.
• Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, capable of possessing a Class “CZ” Ontario Driver’s Licence, have an acceptable driving record, and personal insurance coverage.

Notice to Job Applicants: Definition of "Assets" on Job Postings — A number of Job Postings will contain items described as "assets" under the Qualifications heading. By way of definition, assets are qualifications which are not required but are deemed to enhance performance and therefore considered in the recruitment process.

This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.

Development opportunity range of pay: $30.53 to $32.94 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced range until the minimum qualifications have been met.

How To Apply

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We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Friday, August 14, 2026. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.

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All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.

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