Transit Operator Jobs

Learn more about the Transit Operator hiring process, job qualifications, requirements and what it takes to succeed.

Register on Eventbrite for an in-person or online information session between October 15-25.
Apply for the Transit Operator position on the City Jobs page from October 27 to November 15 or follow the link on this page between October 27 and November 15 to be redirected to the job posting.

Online Sessions

Wednesday, October 15: Noon - 1pm
Thursday, October 16 : 7 - 8pm
Wednesday, October 22: Noon - 1pm
Thursday, October 23: 7 - 8pm

In-Person Sessions
*Limited availability, register for your preferred session. Each session is 30 minutes long.

Saturday, October 18: 9am - 3pm
- Booster Juice Recreation Centre in Terwillegar 2051 Leger Road NW
Tuesday, October 21: 9am - 3pm
- Booster Juice Recreation Centre in Terwillegar 2051 Leger Road NW
Saturday, October 25: 11am - 5pm
- Clareview Community Recreation Centre 3804 139 Ave NW

Drive your career to places you might never have imagined possible by becoming part of the Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) team. As a Transit Operator you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that career advancement and rewards are well within your reach.

Before You Apply

Review the qualifications and requirements carefully before submitting your application. Transit Operators at ETS may operate a variety of vehicles. These include 40' or 60' conventional buses, 30' On Demand Transit vehicles, electric buses, articulated buses and Dedicated Accessible Transit Service (DATS) vehicles. To become a Light Rail Transit (LRT) Operator, you need six months of experience as a transit operator and additional training.

Education and Experience

For Transit Operator

Grade twelve (12) or GED. If education is from outside of Canada, you must obtain a Canadian equivalency OR an equivalent combination of training and experience (2 years of professional driving experience with passengers and a minimum of 2 years of experience in the customer service field that includes dealing with the public face-to-face)
Demonstrated success dealing with the public in a position that requires excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, conflict resolution and independent decision-making skills.

LRT Operator

To become an LRT Operator, you must first complete a 6-month probationary period as a Transit (Bus) Operator. There are two ways to become an LRT Operator:

Sign up for an LRT shift during a major signup period.
Add your name to the list of interested operators to receive training without signing up for a shift.

LRT Operator training lasts 31 working days and is scheduled based on signed shifts, seniority, and departmental needs.

DATS Operator

Upon completing the regular Transit Operator training program, Operators can then sign up for a DATS shift during a major signup period. The training, scheduled for all operators who sign up for a DATS shift, will last 15 working days.

Licence Requirements

Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or higher) or provincial equivalent (non-probationary and non-graduated)
- Applicants must have held a valid licence for the last 5 consecutive years
MUST provide a minimum 5-year Commercial Driver's Abstract with the job application meeting all of the following criteria:
- No more than 3 demerits (or equivalent). (The Defensive Driving course to reduce demerits is not recognized by ETS.)
- No more than 1 moving violation/conviction within the last five years.
- No past or pending license suspensions or Criminal Code suspensions or convictions within the last 5 years.
- Non-driving related suspensions of registry services, if indicated, must show a reinstatement date.

Training Program

A successful candidate will be required to complete the ETS training program. The training program is designed to help new employees become Transit Operators. ETS covers the cost of training to upgrade a Class 5, 4, or 3 driver's license to a Class 2, including the first exam fee. Any subsequent road exam fees require approval from ETS, and if approved, are the trainee's responsibility.

Job Classification Update

All new Transit Operators will complete a 29-day training program. This program will certify them to operate a diverse range of ETS vehicles, including conventional transit buses, Dedicated Accessible Transit Service (DATS) vehicles, articulated buses, electric buses and community buses. This change follows the June 2025 collective agreement between the Operator positions into a single Transit Operator classification.

Employees will also have the chance to receive additional training for operating Light Rail Transit (LRT) vehicles.

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LRT Operator

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Transit Operator Jobs

Before You Apply

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LRT Operator

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Required Assessments

Training Program

Job Classification Update

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