Winter Bus Driver

Winter Bus Driver

Reports To: Transportation Supervisor and/or Assistant Transportation Supervisor

Position Overview

Winter Bus Drivers are part of the Mountain Operations Team and are primarily responsible for driving passengers between Marmot Basin and the Jasper Townsite, while adhering to pre-arranged schedules, company policies and all National Safety Code regulations. Occasional trips within the province may be scheduled for various reasons. Drivers are also responsible for keeping their bus clean and assisting passengers in securing equipment to ensure no safety hazards on the trip.

Candidates must hold an Alberta Class 2 or driver’s license in good standing (or better) and must have their S-Endorsement.

The incumbent should expect to be working outside in any, all and sometimes adverse weather conditions.

This is a full-time seasonal role, 4 days out of 7 per week from November through to May each operating season. Please note that you may not receive full-time hours at the beginning/ end of the season and during other slow periods.

Alberta Employment Standards regarding a ninety-day probationary period applies.

Job duties/ Responsibilities:

• Transport Marmot Basin staff/guests to and from the resort
• Assist the passengers with their ski equipment and ensure it is properly secured for the trip
• Ensure that your bus is clean inside and out (floors, windows, decals, etc.)
• Adhere to transport schedules as set by your supervisor/management
• Be familiar with and adhere to all National Safety Code regulations
• Complete daily trip inspections
• Complete Driver Monthly Summaries and submit them to Administration at the end of every month
• Complete all inspection reports and reporting requirements as per the job duties detailed above
• Report any damage to, or problems with company vehicles to the Transportation Supervisor and/or Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor
• Assist in emergency situations as required
• Provide high quality, courteous service to passengers
• Identify and address safety concerns pertaining to equipment and guests, ensure supervisors are made aware of areas of concern
• Work in a safe and efficient manner as a member of the Transportation team
• Assist other departments as required
• Any additional duties as assigned
• Adherence to the company’s practices and procedures as set in the ‘Transportation Training Manual’
• All Marmot Basin employees will conduct themselves in compliance with Alberta Occupational Health and Safety legislation as it relates to their job

Requirements:

• Valid Alberta Class 2 driver’s licence (or better) with S-endorsement in good standing (3 years preferred)
• Must provide a 3-year Commercial Driver abstract and be authorized by Marmot Basin’s insurers prior to hire
• Experience in the customer service industry
• Experience driving passenger vehicles in winter/mountain conditions (an asset)
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Demonstrated temperament and disposition for stressful situations
• Ability to work/cope well in emergency situations should they arise
• Ability to work well, cooperate and communicate as part of a team
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must possess an enthusiastic and positive attitude
• Enjoy interacting with others
• Enjoy working outdoors in the winter

Attributes:

• Professional deportment with excellent customer service skills: experience dealing with all on-hill patrons
• Cheerful, outgoing personality; demonstrated temperament and disposition for sometimes highly stressful situations
• Strong team member able to take direction
• Motivated and observant; able to perceive needed tasks and complete them without direction
• Self-aware; able to identify strengths and gaps in own abilities and training
• Able to use taught skills and previous experience to problem solve

Qualifications:

• Experience operating commercial passenger vehicles
• Ski Industry experience (an asset)
• Mechanical background (an asset)
• Physically fit
• Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised

Supplementary:

• Respect and adhere to the company’s policies and procedures as set in the Corporate Policies, Employee Handbook and other Training Manuals