Hostler

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the permanent, full-time position of Hostler in the Transit Fleet division of Halifax Transit.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

Under the direction of the Superintendent Transit Fleet, the Hostler performs the necessary duties to prepare and ensure all buses are ready for the following day service. Duties include but are not limited to cleaning, fueling, maintaining fluids and performing special cleaning as necessary. Associated paperwork and data entry are required. The Hostler is responsible to perform this work following all relevant safety procedures. The Hostler must possess a valid driver’s license, acceptable driver’s abstract and a willingness to obtain a Class 2 driver’s license.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Placer Stand:

• Data entry of bus parking matrix into Trapeze (Operational Routing Tool) on a daily basis.
• Monitor of vehicle status and appropriate placement of buses in the fleet yard in accordance to the hoist sheet.
• Communicate with operations (dispatch) as required with regards to the parking matrix.

Fueling buses:

• Fueling buses
• Checking and topping up all fluids including transmission, engine oil, coolant, windshield washer, urea
• Report any service line defects to the supervisor
• Record bus numbers, kilometers and total fuel consumption using data entry system
• Check tires and wheel nuts and report any defects to the supervisor

Driving:

• Operate the transit vehicles as needed to prepare and position them for service.
• Sweep interior of the bus and remove any debris (e.g. Newspapers) or lost and found items.
• Wipe down the driver’s area, dashes and windows
• Drive and place the bus as directed by the placer’s parking matrix

Interior Wash/Cleaning:

• Mopping floors, scrubbing walls and ceilings, cleaning windows, removal of debris from the bus.
• At times, removal of hazardous material.
• Use of a variety of cleaning products and chemicals.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Two (2) years’ experience in the servicing of fleet vehicles (e.g. checking oils, fluids, coolant, fueling, cleaning and general operation).
• Acceptable Driver’s Abstract
• Class 5 Driver’s license and ability to obtain class 2 license. Must also obtain air brake endorsement prior to employment.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of computer applications
• Must be punctual and reliable
• Proven ability to work as part of a team.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Follow Safe Work Practices
• Read and interpret policies, procedural manuals, MSDS sheets and other work-related documents.
• Follow written and oral instructions
• Utilize computer equipment to input work order information and complete other basic computer functions.
• Manage time, priorities and work in pressure situations with multiple deadlines.

Physical Demands:
(None - Not at All; Occasional - 1 to 2.5 hrs.; Frequent - 2.5 to 5.5 hrs.)

• Standing – Frequent
• Walking – Frequent
• Bending – Occasional to Frequent
• Squatting – Occasional
• Lifting – Occasional to Frequent (Up to 25 lbs, with assistance)
• Pushing/Pulling – Occasional to Frequent (Up to 50 lbs, with assistance)
• Carrying – Occasional (up to 25 lbs, with assistance)

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Please note: The successful candidate must attain certification in Emergency First Aid within the first six (6) months from hire date. The Employer will bear the full cost of certification requirements. The Emergency First Aid certification must be maintained while employed in this position.

Please note: Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.

Please note: Candidates will be required to provide proof of their valid certificates and licenses, per the educational technical qualifications, prior to being invited for an interview.

COMPETENCIES: Customer Service; Teamwork & Cooperation; Communications; Valuing Diversity; Organization and Planning.

WORK STATUS: Permanent, Full-time

HOURS OF WORK: Sunday to Thursday, 7:00pm-3:00am; for 40 hours per week. This position is required to work holidays that fall on scheduled workdays.

SALARY: $28.98 per hour as per the Collective Agreement between the Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 508 and Halifax Regional Municipality.

WORK LOCATION: Ragged Lake Transit Center, 110 Grassy Lake Drive, Halifax, NS, B3S 0E8

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59pm on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. Both paper and online applications will be accepted.

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link: Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax

(position # 72283132)