Para Transit Driver - London at Voyago

London, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

20.72

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Door to Door Service, Passenger Assistance, Wheelchair Maneuvering, Securing Belts, Lifting Assistive Devices, Customer Service, Fare Information, Schedule Information, Vehicle Inspection, Clean Driving Record, Criminal Record Search, Vulnerable Sector Screening, G Class License, B Class License, C Class License, F Class License

Industry

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Description

Drive With Purpose. Lead With Heart. Join Voyago as a Para Transit Driver! Looking for a job that’s more than just a job? One where you’re not just driving a vehicle, but driving real change in people’s lives? Voyago is currently recruiting to fill existing and upcoming part-time vacancies within our London Para Transit Division! Aside from safety, the most important part of this role is understanding that our passengers rely on drivers who show up consistently and demonstrate a high level of dedication and professionalism. When service is missed, passengers miss medical appointments, important family events, and opportunities to fully participate in daily life. If you are a dependable, committed employee who understands how critical reliability is to this service, keep reading about this amazing opportunity! Your Role: You are responsible for delivering exceptional door to door service for passengers who are not able to take tradtional city transit services You are required to provide proactive assistance to passengers in boarding vehicles, maneuvering wheelchairs, securing belts, lifting portable assistive devices, and offering necessary aid throughout the journey Additionally, providing superior customer service to all passengers and assisting with information on fares, schedules, and stops is a crucial aspect of this role You are responsible for performing basic vehicle inspection to ensure the vehicle is in good working order at the start of your shift Your Profile: You are a safe driver with a clean driving record You can obtain a clean criminal record search with vulnerable sector screening You are a professional driver with a G, B, C or F class license You have excellent customer service skills You are patient, compassionate, and empathtic You are comfortable working around any type of service animal You are capable of working at a fast pace and keeping up with the physical demands of the role (Pushing, pulling, bending and twisting at a fast pace for 8 to 10 hours) You have intermediate to advanced verbal and written language skills - equivalent to B2 to C1 levels. (A language and math assessment will be a part of the evaluation process) You bring relevant experience from a similar role or have experience assisting individuals with disabilities You have a solid understanding of London’s streets and neighborhoods, with confident navigation skills You are comfortable working within a Union You have basic technology skills, including the ability to navigate a tablet, upload and fill out documents online, and complete online training classes You are comfortable starting in a part time role, working 12 to 24 hours per week, with the option to pick up additional shifts when available Your Schedule: This opportunity is all about flexibility. Shifts typically fall within the following timeframes (these times are approximate and will vary based on specific shift details): Day shifts typically begin between 6:00am and 9:00amand will end between 3:00pm and 5:00pm Evening shifts typically begin between 3:00pm and 5:00pm and will end between 10:00pm and 12:00am The para transit service runs 7 days a week including holidays. Shifts often are a mix of days, evenings, and weekends Your location: All shifts will begin and end at, 573 Admiral Court, London Hourly Rate The rate for this position will be $20.72/hour Apply now! The ride you provide could make a difference for your neighbours, your community, or even your own family! The Perks We support the development, work-life balance and well-being of our employees We build a supportive corporate culture that encourages diversity and enables our people to flourish. We enable our employees to have a positive social impact by deploying sustainable mobility solutions. We offer our employees opportunities to build their own experience within a local, global Group. We offer comprehensive benefits packages for full-time employees with an Employee and Family Assistance Program, a great company perks program and an Employee Referral Bonus for all staff We are an Award Winning company As a subsidiary of Transdev, we provide opportunities for a rewarding career with a growing, global transportation provider We focus on innovation and sustainable environmental initiatives Voyago is committed to provide accommodation for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request of the internal or external applicant. If you require an accommodation due to a disability for an interview, please notify Human Resources directly to make appropriate arrangements when contacted for an interview. Voyago Transdev’s Applicant Tracking System uses AI-assisted tools during the initial application and early screening stage. We thank all applicants however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Responsibilities

The driver is responsible for providing exceptional door-to-door service to passengers unable to use traditional city transit, which includes proactively assisting them with boarding, securing wheelchairs, and offering aid throughout the journey. Crucially, the role also involves superior customer service, assisting with information on fares and schedules, and performing basic vehicle safety inspections before shifts.