Tisdale Bus Lines is the premier choice for motor coach transportation in Northeastern and Northwestern Ontario. We have proven ourselves as a company that is not just a service provider – we are a solution provider.

Job description

The Motor Coach Operator will be responsible for transporting passengers safely and efficiently to their destinations while providing excellent customer service. The Motor Coach Operator must possess a valid Class B or C commercial driver's license, with airbrake endorsement (Z), and comply with all applicable regulations and safety standards.
Responsibilities
• Safely operate and drive a motor coach to transport passengers on assigned routes and according to scheduled timeframes.
• Ensure the safety and comfort of passengers during trips by adhering to traffic rules, speed limits, and other road regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service to passengers, assisting with loading and unloading luggage, answering inquiries, and addressing any concerns or issues.
• Follow designated routes and make scheduled stops, ensuring timely arrivals and departures at designated locations.
• Perform pre- trip and post-trip inspections of the motor coach, including checking 􀆟res, brakes, lights, mirrors, and other essential components to ensure proper maintenance and safe opera􀆟on.
• Maintain accurate records, such as mileage logs, fuel consumption, and daily trip reports.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly motor coach by conducting basic cleaning tasks and ensuring proper disposal of waste.
• Attend required trainings and meetings to stay updated on driving regulations, safety protocols, and any changes to routes or schedules.
• Handle any emergencies or incidents that may arise during trips, such as mechanical issues, accidents, or passenger disputes, and follow proper protocols for reporting and resolving such situations.
• Comply with all relevant federal, provincial, and local laws, regulations, and policies, including those related to passenger transportation, driver hours of service, and vehicle inspections.

We provide:

• Competitive wage rate
• Meals & accommodations
• Paid on the job training

A successful applicant must:

• Possess clean driver's abstract
• Have good customer service skills
• Be knowledgeable of Ontario highways and cities
• Be able to work shift work and irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays
• Valid Class BZ or CZ driver's license
• Bus driving experience is an asset
• Must be willing to work weekends & holidays
• Safely operate and drive a motor coach to transport passengers on assigned routes and according to scheduled timeframes
• Maintain accurate records, such as mileage logs, fuel consumption, and daily trip reports
• Be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, random drug tests as required

We thank all applicants that apply but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance