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Fleet Attendant

Calgary, AB
$33 - $37/hour
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Competitive wages
Pensions
Benefits

About the role

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

As a Fleet Attendant, you will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks to facilitate the movement of buses within an assigned garage. Primary duties include:

  • Perform minor repairs and adjustments to Transit vehicles.
  • Start buses to ensure buses commence route on time.
  • Change-off a defective bus with an operating bus on the road or to tow a defective bus into the garage if unsafe to operate.
  • Ferry vehicles within and between garages to ensure commitments are achieved.
  • Carry out minor clean up of vehicles returning from the shop or storage and perform general shop duties such as restocking containers and streaming parts.
  • Provide relief for farebox pull or dispatches to storage barn as required.
  • Operate basic hand tools and equipment, business, tow trucks and check lane.

Qualifications

  • Completion of some grade 10 courses such as English and Math.
  • Previous experience in the operation servicing and maintenance of motorized equipment is required.
  • A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent) with 3 or less demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending.
  • Applicants must be able to obtain a valid air brake 'Q' endorsement.
  • Ability to obtain a City of Calgary operator's permit.
  • Work experience using basic hand tools and shop equipment is a strong asset.
  • Basic mechanical aptitude or exposure to vehicle systems.
  • Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety.
  • Proven reliability and punctuality in shift work.

Working Conditions: This position works in a garage environment which can include exposure to vehicle fumes, heavy equipment, noise and dust. Ability to work in a physically demanding environment that includes working in tight awkward positions, lifting, crouching and bending. Some work may be completed in a variety of weather conditions.

Pre-employment Requirements

  • A security clearance will be conducted.
  • Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.

Union: ATU Local 583

Business Unit: Calgary Transit

Position Type: 2 Permanent

Location: Various

Compensation: $33.06 - 36.99 per hour

Days of Work: This position works a 4 day

work week. Shifts vary and may require afternoon,

evening and weekend shifts.

Hours of work: Non-Standard 40 hour work week

Audience: Internal/External

Apply By: October 1, 2025

Job ID #: 312641

About City of Calgary

Government Administration
5001-10,000

City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.

A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.

To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.