HOW TO GET THERE
Typical pathway
A typical path for a Canadian secondary-school student is to finish Grade 12 and get a driver’s licence, then look for entry-level transit work with a bus, streetcar, or other transit operator. Employers may ask for a clean driving record, good customer service skills, and the ability to follow routes and safety rules. Some people start in related driving or public service jobs and gain experience before moving into transit. Training is often provided by the employer, and requirements can vary by company, province, or the type of vehicle or route.
THE WORK
What you may do
Legacy duties
- Drive buses or streetcars to transport passengers along established routes to local destinations
- Drive buses to transport passengers and goods to intercity or long distance destinations
- Drive sightseeing tour buses to transport passengers locally or over long distances, and may provide information on points of interest during trip
- Drive buses equipped for wheelchair accessibility, and aid passengers in boarding
- Provide passengers with information on fares, schedules and stops
- Collect fares, issue transfers, check bus passes and record transactions
- Report delays, mechanical problems and accidents
- May load and unload passengers' luggage.
SKILLS TO BUILD
Skills used in this Career
Dealing with the PublicSafety ProceduresTaking Directions