Posted 8 months ago
Transit Driver
@ Pacific Western Transportation
Cold Lake, Alberta
Overview
Cold Lake Bus Lines is hiring part-time Transit Drivers to safely transport passengers on assigned routes. Service runs Monday through Saturday, with about 10 to 30 hours per week and Saturday availability required. Pay starts at $27.00 per hour.
Pay:
From $27 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Safely transport passengers on assigned routes
- Drive safely and responsibly in all road and traffic conditions
- Provide superior customer service and answer passenger questions
Requirements summary:
- Class 1 or 2Q driver's licence
- Minimum 1 year commercial driving experience
- Driver's abstract with no more than 3 demerit points
- Clear criminal record and drug and alcohol screening
- Familiar with map reading and navigation in Cold Lake
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro
- Employer posting date
- 2026-03-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Schedule | day, evening, holidays, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Vehicle |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Class 1, Class 2Q |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record, driving record, drug and alcohol |
| Perks mentioned | Paid training |
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Pacific Western Transportation
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Pacific Western Transportation (PWT) is the largest privately-held passenger transportation company in Canada
Full company description
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. --------
- LinkedIn followers
- 6,670
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 164
- Reported office locations
- 221 18 St SE, 204, Calgary, Alberta Head Office, CA
- Business categories
- Transportation
- Other recorded names
- Pacific Western Transportation Ltd
- Specialties
- People Transportation
- Logistics
- Customer Service
- Safety
- Buses
- Transportation
- Employee Transportation
- Student Transportation
- Motorcoach Transportation
- Transit Transportation
- and Public Transit
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
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…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Truck Transportation |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1957 |
| Specialties | People TransportationLogisticsCustomer ServiceSafetyBusesTransportationEmployee TransportationStudent TransportationMotorcoach TransportationTransit Transportation |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 120 |
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Transit Driver
Cold Lake Bus Lines is currently hiring for Transit Drivers - part-time positions available. Service runs Monday through Saturday; shifts vary based on transportation needs and additional hours may available based on business requirements.
Part-time drivers can expect approximately 10 - 30 hours per week. Saturday availability is required.
We offer competitive wages, with pay starting at $27.00 per hour, ongoing training and development, and a family-oriented team environment. Our culture is driven by inclusivity and people who are empowered, proud, and believe in the power of a positive attitude.
Position Requirements:
- Class 1 or 2Q driver's license
- Previous commercial driving experience (minimum 1 year)
- Driver's abstract with no more than 3 demerit points
- Willingness to undergo drug and alcohol screening
- Clear criminal record
- Must be organized, punctual and reliable
- Possess excellent driving skills and habits
- Ability to read maps and navigate (familiar with Cold Lake and surrounding area)
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Willing to work shifts, including split shifts, weekends and statutory holidays as necessary
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Safely transport passengers on a number of assigned routes
- Drive safely and responsibly and be prepared for all road and traffic conditions
- Provide superior customer service and assist with passenger questions/inquiries
Transportation is an essential service for our communities, and it takes a special person to commit to doing it well. The early starts, traffic, and unpredictable road conditions are all worth it at the end of the day when you know you've made difference.
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