Transit Hostler

Requisition : 3940

Affiliation: CUPE Transit

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Number of Openings: 1

Bi-weekly

Working Hours:

80 hours bi-weekly

Department/ Branch: Public Works , Transportation Services

Job Location: Fort Mc Murray

Transit Start Rate: $40.83

Transit Permanent Rate: $48.03 (Permanent rate effective after completion of probation)

COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480

Posted (dd/mm/yyyy): 07/03/2026

Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 15/03/2026

Posting Type: Internal and External

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The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is looking for passionate, skilled and forward-thinking individuals to join our Public Works Department—a team that keeps our region running smoothly every day. From road maintenance and fleet management to park enhancements and snow clearing, our Public Works team plays a critical role in daily life across the region. We’re seeking a hands‑on professional who is committed to public service, enjoys meaningful work and excels in fast‑paced environments.

The Transit Hostler performs the necessary duties to prepare and ensure all buses are ready for the following day service. Duties include but are not limited to cleaning, fueling, maintaining fluids and performing special cleaning as necessary, as well as minor mechanical repairs. Associated paperwork and data entry is required. The Transit Hostler is responsible to perform this work following all relevant safety procedures.

Placer Stand

• Data entry of bus parking matrix on a daily basis.
• Empty fare boxes from the vehicle.
• Monitor vehicle status and appropriate placement of buses in the fleet yard.
• Communicate with operations (Dispatch) as required with regards to the parking matrix.

Fueling And Fluids

• Fuel buses.
• Check and top up all fluids including transmission, engine oil, coolant, windshield washer, and urea.
• Report any service line defects to the supervisor.
• Record bus numbers, kilometers, and total fuel consumption using data entry system.

Driving

• Operate the transit vehicles as needed to prepare and position for service.
• Drive and place the bus as directed by the placer’s parking matrix.

Interior Wash/Cleaning

• Sweep interior of the bus and remove any debris (e.g., newspapers) or lost and found items.
• Wipe down the driver’s area, dashes and windows.
• Mop floors, scrub walls and ceiling, and clean windows.

Removal of hazardous material.

Minor Maintenance/Repairs

• Check tires and wheel nuts, and report any defects to the supervisor.
• Minor mechanical repairs to the fleet (e.g., Replacing bulbs, wiper blades and mirrors, tire repairs and grease and oil changes).
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Read and interpret policies, procedural manuals, MSDS sheets and other work-related documents.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Manage time, priorities, and work in pressure situations with multiple deadlines.
• Must be punctual and reliable.
• Follow Safe Work Practices.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team.
• Utilize computer equipment to input work order information and complete other basic computer functions.
• Use of basic hand tools.

Education And Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Two (2) years’ experience in the servicing of fleet vehicles (e.g., checking oils, fluids, coolant, fueling, cleaning and general operation), and completing minor mechanical repairs (e.g., changing wiper blades, tires, headlights and fluids).
• Demonstrated experience in the use of computer applications.

Other Requirements:

• Submission of a Criminal Record Check.
• Valid Class Five (5) Operator’s Licence and Class Three (3) Operator’s Licence with acceptable driver’s abstract and willing to obtain a Class Two (2) Operator’s Licence.
• Q‑endorsement (Air Brakes) is required.
• Must be willing to work outside in all conditions.
• Immunizations are strongly recommended for work in unsanitary conditions.
• Must be medically and physically able to perform all duties of the position on an ongoing basis.

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