Operator

Job Description

Do you want to get a job as a transit operator in Calgary? Calgary Transit, the city’s primary public transit system, is hiring new staff to enhance bus and train services. Here are the latest steps to get a job as a Calgary Transit Operator, including eligibility and training details.

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All you need to do is help hundreds of people reach the places that matter to them daily. This work is divided into four parts:

• Community Shuttle Operator
• Big Bus Operator
• CTrain Operator (LRT)
• Calgary Transit Access Operator

Note: You must start work as a transit operator before becoming a CTrain operator.

✅ Who should apply?

• Who is committed to customer service?
• Those who promote a safe work environment.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Able to write and speak English.
• Can read and use city maps and schedules.
• Acceptance of diversity and culture.
• Possesses the ability to handle pressure and problem-solving.

Education:

Candidates are requested to check the education required for Calgary Transit operator job opportunities. Aspirants are requested to go through the latest Summer Law Student entirely, before applying for this job

• Minimum age – 18 years old.
• Individuals who are legally permitted to work in Canada are eligible to apply.
• Full Alberta Class 5 Operator’s License (without GDL).
• You should not have more than three demerits on your license within the last two years.

Experience:

To be eligible for the Calgary Transit job, candidates must possess the following experience. Only applicants with the work experience listed below will be considered for the position.

• Community Shuttle Operator – Minimum of 1 year of customer service experience.
• Transit Operator – Minimum 2 years of customer service experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Acquiring certificate equivalency in Canada is mandatory for those with foreign educational qualifications.

📝 Application process

1. Job postings

• You can only apply for a job by visiting Calgary.ca/careers.

2. The Telephone Interview

• Shortlisted candidates will have a phone interview based on their resumes and responses to the online questionnaire.

3. Aptitude Test

• You will be required to take an industry-standard aptitude test to determine your suitability for the job. A non-refundable administration fee of $20 is charged to all applicants.

4. Map Test (Access Operators Only)

• The test is designed to find information using the city map. It will also test the ability to search a map for answers to questions and interpret information from the provided map booklet.

5. The interview

• If you pass all these, then the next step is an interview. The interview will be conducted in a Targeted Selection format.

What to bring to the interview:

• Educational documents.
• 2 Government IDs.
• Driver’s Abstract for the last 2 years.
• 3 work references (must be from a direct supervisor).

🔒 Legal Checks.

If you pass the interview, then the following tests will be there.

• Police Information Check & Vulnerable Sector Search
• Reference Check
• Medical Checkup

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🎯 If selected:

• Medical & Drug Test (at Calgary Transit’s expense).
• Q Endorsement (air brake ticket)

Transit & Shuttle Operators require one week before training.

• Conditional Job Offer & Documentation Day

All documents must be submitted before training.

🎓 Training programme

Transit/Community Shuttle Operators: 25 working days (full-time).

Access operators: 15 working days.

• Regular Training Hours: 7:30 AM to 4 PM.
• On special days, a shift from 5 am to 2 am may be required.
• Training includes:

1. Bus Driving (Class 2 Road Test)
2. Corners and Turns
3. Customer Service
4. Written Exam & Driver Evaluation
5. GIRO Software (Access Operators only)
6. Wheelchair Securing Techniques

👔 What to Wear During Training

• White Shirt (Collar Required).
• Black Dress Pants.
• Black Shoes, Black Socks.
• Clip-on Tie Provided by Calgary Transit.

🛑 Jeans, Skirts, T-Shirts, Caps, and High Heels Prohibited.

💼 Working Hours and Benefits

Community Shuttle Operator:

• Work Location: Spring Gardens Garage
• 15 Guaranteed Hours per week
• Weekends Required
• Benefits May Be Available for Over 20 Hours.

Transit Operator:

• Work Locations: Across four garages in Calgary
• 60 Guaranteed Hours per 2 weeks (starting level)
• Vacation: After 1 year, based on seniority.

Calgary Transit Access Operator:

• No guaranteed hours initially (on-call)
• Benefits are based on 60/75 hours.
• Work Location: Access Garage

Calgary Transit Operator Jobs Salary

• Salary of Calgary Transit Operator Jobs  is $29.21 – 36.51/hour