Posted 9 days ago
VEHICLE DRIVER (6336)
@ Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
Waswanipi, Quebec
Overview
Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay is hiring a vehicle driver to transport passengers, including passengers with disabilities, using an adaptive vehicle. The work involves loading and unloading passengers, operating a hydraulic lift, planning routes, and keeping the vehicle clean and safe. The posting requires a Quebec class 4A licence, an excellent driving record, and fluency in Cree and English, with occasional after-hours availability.
Responsibilities:
- Transport passengers, including those with disabilities, to designated areas on time
- Supervise loading and unloading using the adaptive vehicle and hydraulic lift
- Complete mechanical inspection sheets and report issues
- Ensure vehicle cleanliness, passenger comfort and safety
Requirements summary:
- Valid Quebec class 4A driver's licence
- Excellent driving record
- Fluent in Cree and English
- Excellent knowledge of passenger transportation and defensive driving
- Ability to lift heavy items
- Occasional after-hours availability
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-30
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-30
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Job details
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Vehicle, Client sites, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Languages | Cree, English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record |
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Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
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Delivering Health and Social Services in the Cree communities of Eeyou Istchee, Québec.
Full company description
In partnership with the Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux du Québec, the CBHSSJB manages and organizes health and social services across the 9 communities of Eeyou Istchee (Region 18): Chisasibi, Eastmain, Mistissini, Nemaska, Oujé-Bougoumou, Waskaganish, Waswanipi, Wemindji, and Whapmagoostui. The CBHSSJB operates a 29-bed hospital in Chisasibi, and in each community, a Miyupimaatisiiun Community Centre (CMC), comparable to the CLSCs found elsewhere in Québec. The CMCs offer general medicine, home care, dental care, and social services. Professional recruitment: 1055 René-Lévesque Blvd. E., 7th floor, Montréal, QC H2L 4S5 (tel.: 1 877-562-2733). The CBHSSJB is governed by a Board of Directors, with Ms. Jeannie Pelletier serving as Chairperson. The interim Executive Director is Ms. Christina Biron.
- LinkedIn followers
- 8,933
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 787
- Reported office locations
- Box 250, Chisasibi, QC J0M 1E0, CA
- 1055 Boulevard René-Lévesque E, 7éme étage, Montréal, QC H2L 4S5, CA
- Box 250, Chisasibi, QC J0M 1E0, CA
- 203 Mistissini Boulevard, Mistissini, QC G0W 1C0, CA
- Maamuu Meskino, Chisasibi, Quebec J0M 1E0, CA
- Other recorded names
- Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
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In partnership with the Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux du Québec, the CBHSSJB manages and organizes health and social services across the 9 communities of Eeyou Istchee (Region 18): Chisasibi, Eastmain, Mistissini, Nemaska, Oujé-Bougoumou, Waskaganish, Waswanipi, Wemindji, and Whapmagoostui. The CBHSSJB operates a 29-bed hospital in Chisasibi, and in each community, a Miyupimaatisiiun Community…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Chisasibi, QC |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1978 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 67 |
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SUMMARY OF THE POSITION
Person who drives an automobile and has the legally required license to do so.
SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS:
• Supervise the loading and unloading of passengers (including handicapped passengers) into adaptive vehicle;
• Transport passengers (including handicapped passengers) inside and outside of the facility to designated areas in a punctual and timely manner;
• Guide passengers to the appropriate seat and monitor their behavior;
• Operate adaptive vehicle and equipment such as the hydraulic lift;
• Complete the mechanical inspection sheet, report any inconsistencies or repair;
• Ensure safety by applying security and driving rules;
• Responsible for the cleanliness of the vehicle and ensure comfort of the passengers;
• Plan routes in advance to minimize the number of stops and maximize fuel efficiency;
• Ensure that passengers arrive at their destinations on time and help them settle into their facilities.
REQUIREMENTS
Education:
• No Diploma, No High school needed;
• Valid driver’s permit class 4A meeting the standards of the Société d'assurance automobile du Québec and the Ministère des Transports du Québec.
Experience:
• Excellent driving record: Driving Record Request (SAAQ clic online Services – Citizens).
Knowledge and Abilities:
• Ability to operate the vehicle;
• Excellent knowledge of passenger transportation, safety and defensive driving;
• Knowledge of appropriate community or city routes and locations;
• Excellent knowledge of Cree culture and language for drivers in communities;
• Excellent interpersonal and listening communication, and teamwork skills;
• Warehouse experience, heavy lifting;
• Autonomous, flexible and discrete;
• Observation skills;
• Customer service clientele skills;
• Empathy, courtesy, patience and resourcefulness;
• Must be able to speak in a clear voice that all passengers can hear and understand instructions.
Language:
• Fluent in Cree and English;
• Fluency in French is an asset.
Other:
• Occasional after hours’ availability.
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