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ETS Conventional Transit Operators may be required to operate a variety of vehicles including the 40' diesel bus, 40' diesel/electric buses, Hybrid buses, the 60' articulated bus, and the community service bus. Part-time Conventional Transit Operators typically provide coverage for the morning (6am - 9am) and evening (2:30pm - 6pm) peak service hours. The flexibility of shifts make this job ideal for those attending post-secondary school since you can "Earn while you learn!"
As a Conventional Transit Operator you'll be expected to drive a variety of vehicles, with routes that take you all over the city. You'll be working directly with the public and dealing with the daily challenges of the job in an independent work environment.
The best way to get a feel for this job is to watch a Conventional Transit Operator at work. Try it out - go for a ride-along (fare payment will be required).
North Route 9
South Route 17
West Route 150
Part-time Conventional Transit Operators work a maximum of 5 hours per day (up to 20 hours per week), any day of the week, morning, afternoon, or combination of morning/afternoon shifts.
The rates quoted (2010 rates) are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Amalgamated Transit Union 569 and the City of Edmonton.
Training Rate - $18.99 per hour
Post Training Rate - $23.35 to $29.18 per hour
To ensure the integrity and security of Edmonton Transit's Operator Trainee hiring process, only a Successful/Unsuccessful result from all testing will be disclosed. Detailed information about test results or the scores will not be provided.