Bus Driver - Elk Valley (Casual)

Cranbrook, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 10, 2026
1 position

$28 / hour

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Safely transport passengers while providing door-to-door assistance and managing daily vehicle operations. Maintain vehicle cleanliness, conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and ensure a safe, harassment-free environment for all passengers.

Job details

Hop Aboard and Drive a Difference! Looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? As a Casual Relief Bus Driver in Elk Valley, you'll provide safe, reliable transportation services while supporting daily operations on an as-needed basis. Casual Drivers are called upon to cover scheduled vacations, sick leave, leaves of absence, training, and other operational requirements. You will be trained on different routes and services, including HandyDART, Flex, and Health Connections. This role is more than just driving. It's about supporting independence, offering compassion, and ensuring every passenger feels valued. If you're dependable, service-minded, and enjoy helping others, we'd love to hear from you. What You’ll Do: * Safely transport passengers and provide door-to-door assistance * Assist passengers with boarding, exiting, and securing mobility aids * Conduct daily vehicle inspections and maintain vehicle cleanliness * Operate a two-way radio and manage fares accurately * Maintain a safe and harassment-free environment for everyone * Report any incidents, vehicle defects, or passenger safety concerns * Fuel, wash, and check fluid levels of the vehicle * Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle as required by Provincial legislation and record any minor vehicle defects onto the vehicle daily What We’re Looking For: * Valid Driver's License - minimum of Class 2 with Air Brake Endorsement * Ability to pass the required enhanced criminal record check, and drug & alcohol test * Provide a clean driver's abstract * Ability to work independently and interact politely with the public and staff * Physically able to perform all job duties * Exceptional customer service skills Bonus Points if You Have: * Previous taxi or shuttle driving experience * Familiarity with the Elk Valley area * Class 1 or 2Q license What We Offer: * Casual, on-call employment * Opportunities for additional hours based on operational requirements * Training and experience across multiple transportation services * Wage: $27.73/hour * Training Wage: $19.41/hour * Union: CUPE Local 2087 * Please note: This is a casual relief position with no guarantee of minimum hours. Work assignments are scheduled based on operational requirements, employee absences, vacation coverage, training requirements, and service needs. This last sentence addresses the possibility that the incumbent returns and avoids implying an ongoing vacancy. It's also language I've commonly seen accepted by Labour Relations and unionized environments. About Keolis: Keolis Canada is a leader in public transportation, with over 2,000 employees dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and sustainable multimodal mobility solutions across the country. Committed to operational excellence, innovation, and customer experience, the company actively contributes to making travel more accessible and efficient, while creating a positive impact on communities and the environment. A subsidiary of the Keolis Group, a global company owned by SNCF (70%) and the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) (30%), Keolis Canada benefits from the expertise of a group operating in 13 countries, with nearly 70,000 employees and revenue of 7.7 billion euros in 2025.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a valid Class 2 driver's license with an air brake endorsement and a clean driver's abstract. Candidates must be able to pass an enhanced criminal record check and a drug and alcohol test.