Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada. Today PWT offers comprehensive transportation services and solutions across the country, with over 4,000 employees and numerous business locations. Our operations are separated into four divisions: Motor Coach, Oilsands, Student Transportation, and Transit. PWT’s varied operations are unified by a company-wide commitment to the Core Values first…
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Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-held passenger transportation company in Canada
Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada. Today PWT offers comprehensive transportation services and solutions across the country, with over 4,000 employees and numerous business locations. Our operations are separated into four divisions: Motor Coach, Oilsands, Student Transportation, and Transit. PWT’s varied operations are unified by a company-wide commitment to the Core Values first established by our founder R.B. (Bob) Colborne. At the heart of these core values is an unwavering dedication to customer service and safety, as supported by our Safely Home brand. At PWT, our people are our greatest asset. After all, it’s our people who safely transport our passengers to where they need to be. In all of the urban or rural communities we serve, PWT’s employees bring our Core Values to life, day in and day out. --------
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Pacific Western Transportation has 111 open jobs in Canada as of November 7, 2026. Top locations: Calgary, Humboldt and Fort McMurray. Median advertised hourly rate: $28.18.
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Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need a valid Class 5 driver's licence, a clean driver's abstract with a safe driving record, and a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check. Good knowledge of the surrounding area is essential.
school bus
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need a valid Class 2S Alberta driver's licence, strong communication and problem-solving skills, knowledge of Red Deer and the surrounding area, and comfort with Microsoft Office and short-notice route changes.
Microsoft Suite
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need a valid Class 5 driver's licence, good navigation and map-reading skills, and strong knowledge of Lethbridge. They must also be organized, reliable, and able to communicate clearly.
school bus
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need to be a Registered Apprentice Mechanic in 2nd or 3rd year, with mechanical aptitude, a strong work ethic and a valid driver's licence. A clear criminal record, passing pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, and owning hand tools are also required.
hand tools
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need a valid Class 5 (non-GDL) licence with a clean driving record and a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check. They must pass a city roadways knowledge test and be physically able to push and pull wheelchairs up a ramp. Experience with special needs individuals is an asset.
wheelchair ramp
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need a valid driver's licence with a clean driving record and a clear criminal record, and must agree to drug and alcohol screening. Previous experience is an asset.
Snow removal equipment
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need a valid Class 5 (non-GDL) driver's licence, a safe driving record with no more than 3 demerit points, and a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector search. Paid Class 2 training is provided.
school bus
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need strong English communication skills, a customer service background, and basic computer and MS Office skills. A high school diploma or GED is required, and transit experience is a strong asset.
RideCo App, MS Office
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need journeyperson mechanic qualifications and hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing buses or commercial vehicles. Strong safety focus, teamwork and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced shop are required.
Journeyperson, Teamwork
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Pacific Western Transportation needs candidates with customer service experience, strong organization and prioritization skills, and good communication with several departments. A valid driver's licence (willing to upgrade to Class 2) and a clear criminal record are required; prior supervisory experience is preferred.
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, cell phone
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need a journeyperson certification, a valid driver's licence (class 2 is an asset), and strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. They must own their hand tools, pass pre-employment drug testing, have a clear criminal record, and be fluent in English.
Hand tools, Computer
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need a valid Class 5 driver's licence, a clean driver's abstract, and a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector search. Free Class 2 training is provided.
school bus
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need a Class 1 or 2 driver's licence (license upgrade training is offered for other classes), a clean driving abstract with a safe driving record, and a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector search.
school bus
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need a valid Class B licence preferred (Class G holders are trained), a satisfactory 3-year driver's abstract, and willingness to travel and stay away for several weeks. They must also pass a Ministry Driver Medical Exam, criminal record and vulnerable sector checks, and reference checks.
school bus
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need Journeyperson certification in Automotive and strong mechanical diagnostic skills. An SGI Inspection License is a strong asset, and the hire must own hand tools and work well both alone and in a team.
hand tools, Microsoft Office
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need knowledge of Highway Traffic Acts and Regulations, strong Calgary map-reading skills, and the ability to juggle high volumes of work with confidentiality. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and clear communication with drivers, clients and internal partners are required.
Microsoft Office
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
5+ YOECandidates need a valid driver's licence, an S-endorsement preferred, and at least 5 years of driving experience with a safe record. They must pass a criminal background check with VSS search, a drivers abstract review and a drug and alcohol test.
school bus
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
5+ YOECandidates need a valid driver's licence, at least 5 years of driving experience, a safe driving record, and a clear criminal background check with VSS search. They must pass a drug and alcohol test and communicate well.
school bus
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
5+ YOECandidates need a valid driver's licence, at least 5 years of driving experience, and a safe driving record. They must pass a criminal background check with a VSS search, a drivers abstract check, and a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
school bus
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
5+ YOECandidates need a valid driver's licence, at least five years of driving experience, and a safe driving record. A clear criminal background check with a VSS search, a clear driver's abstract, and a passed pre-employment drug and alcohol test are required. An S-endorsement is preferred and wheelchair experience is an asset.
school bus
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
5+ YOECandidates need a valid driver's licence, at least 5 years of driving experience, and a clean driving record and abstract. A clear criminal background check with VSS search and a passing pre-employment drug and alcohol test are also required.
School bus
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
5+ YOECandidates need a valid driver's licence, at least 5 years of driving experience and a safe driving record. They must pass a criminal background check with VSS search, a drivers abstract check and a drug and alcohol test.
school bus
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
5+ YOECandidates need a valid driver's licence, at least 5 years of driving experience and a clean driving record. A clear criminal background check, a clear drivers abstract and a pre-employment drug and alcohol test are required.
school bus
Pacific Western Transportation: Founded in 1957, Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-owned passenger transportation company in Canada.
Candidates need to be a registered Apprentice Mechanic (Automotive or Heavy Duty) at 2nd, 3rd or 4th year, with a clear criminal record, a valid driver's licence, their own hand tools, and fluent written and spoken English. Strong troubleshooting skills and some overtime and weekend availability are also needed.
hand tools
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