How Do I Become a Bus driver, transit or subway operator?
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Certification is not required to be a Bus driver or transit operator in BC. However, you must have a valid Class 5 BC driver’s license or Canadian equivalent. Employers also require some secondary school education, and a high school diploma is generally preferred.
There are usually a lot of applicants for these jobs. Post-secondary education, excellent communication and people skills are an advantage when applying for this job.
Other requirements may include:
- a Class 2 driver’s license with airbrake endorsement and at least one to five years of safe driving experience may be required
- on-the-job training that may take up to three months to complete
- basic first aid, which may be included in on-the-job training
- medical examination
- criminal record check
Sources: WorkBC & Career Cruising
Certification:
Voluntary certification as a Certified Professional Bus Operator CPBO is available through the Motor Carrier Passenger Council of Canada MCPCC.
Requirements include:
- training received through an Accredited Training Program, OR evidence of completed training, which meets the National Occupational Standards
- minimum three years bus operator experience