We’re hiring!
OC Transpo moves tens of thousands of people across the city every day on buses, trains and Para Transpo vehicles. With Stage 2, we are a transforming our city by bringing rail closer to everyone. A career in transit has never been more rewarding and exciting as it is right now!
In 2023, we are hiring over 500 new staff members, including Bus Operators, Customer Service Representatives, Special Constables, Licensed Mechanics and much more. We are looking for customer and safety-focused applicants to join our diverse team!
Transit Job Fair & Roadshow taking place May 24-27!
OC Transpo is coming to a station near you to provide you with all the information you need to start a rewarding career with the City of Ottawa! Join us for OC Transpo’s first ever Transit Job Fair and Roadshow, taking place from Wednesday, May 24 to Saturday, May 27 at various stations.
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00:00 | Speaker 1: Join us for OCTranspo’s Transit Roadshow May 24 to 26 at various stations and Job Fair May 27th at Greensboro Station. Here's what our employees had to say. | Text appears on screen “Transit Roadshow May 24 – 26 at various stations. Job Fair May 27 at Greenboro Station. What our employees say”. |
00:10 | Speaker 2: Go ahead and do it. | Exterior shot of OC Transpo headquarters. |
00:11 | Speaker 3: It's very rewarding. You get to help the community. | Man talking on screen. |
00:13 | Speaker 4: This is a job that you would love. | Para Transpo bus outside of an apartment building. |
00:16 | Speaker 5: It's one of the best decisions I've made, so go for it. | LRT passing by station. Interior shot of LRT with woman driving. |
0:20 | Speaker 6: I feel like I'm able to make a positive contribution to the community. | Man starting bus in garage. |
0:23 | Speaker 7: Once you work for the City of Ottawa, your opportunities are unlimited. | Mechanic giving thumbs up while working underneath a bus. Shots of employees in garage and on vehicles. |
0:27 | Speaker 8: Don't be nervous. If you to try something new or do something different, this is the place. | Woman talking on screen. Same woman driving a dump truck in the garage bay. 2 special constables standing in front of their car which is parked in front of OC Transpo headquarters. |
0:30 | Speaker 9: Don’t hesitate my friend, apply. | Man on screen speaking. |
0:33 | Speaker 1: OC Transpo is coming to a station near you. For more information, visit OCTranspo.com/Jobs. | Text appears on screen “Come see us at a station near you! octranspo.com/jobs” |
May 24 to 26 Transit Roadshow
From Wednesday, May 24 to Friday, May 26, OC Transpo’s recruitment team will be at various stations to share information about current job openings available at OC Transpo.
- Blair Station: Wednesday, May 24 from 7 am to 6 pm
- Hurdman Station: Wednesday, May 24 from 7 am to 6 pm
- Billings Bridge Station: Thursday, May 25 from 7 am to 6 pm
- Baseline Station: Friday, May 26 from 7 am to 1 pm
- Tunney’s Pasture Station: Friday, May 26 from 7 am to 1 pm
May 27 Transit Job Fair
On Saturday, May 27, the recruitment team will be available to connect with you directly about current job openings, and will provide presentations on interview tips, and how to fill out online applications. You will also be able to speak directly with staff who work in the jobs that interest you. If you want to work with us, you can’t afford to miss this rain-or-shine, family-friendly event!
- Greenboro Station: Saturday, May 27 from 9 am to 3 pm
Careers at OC Transpo
Conventional Bus Operator
The role of a Conventional Bus Operator is to operate City of Ottawa buses in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and corporate policy. You also promote a customer service mindset when interacting with the general public, and provide a safe, comfortable, efficient and reliable transportation service.
What you need:
- G class driver’s licence
- 5 years of driving experience
- 3 years of customer service experience
We are proud to offer:
- Competitive salary
- Benefits and pension plan
- Career growth opportunities
- Health and wellness program
- Diverse company culture
Para Bus Operator
The role of a Para Bus Operator is to operate City of Ottawa wheelchair-accessible lift-equipped passenger vans to support a safe, reliable and quality specialized transit service for customers who cannot use regular transit service due to disability. You ensure the safety, comfort and wellness of passengers, whether boarding, on-board, or exiting the van.
What you need:
- G class driver’s licence
- 5 years of driving experience
- 3 years of customer service experience
We are proud to offer:
- Competitive salary
- Benefits and pension plan
- Career growth opportunities
- Health and wellness program
- Diverse company culture
Customer Service Representatives
The role of a Customer Service Representative is providing transit (conventional and para) customer services by responding to customer enquiries, complaints and/or feedback and providing information through various channels, including but not limited to: telephone, in person, on-line (web, social media) and in writing.
What you need:
- Minimum of two years customer service experience (call centre experience an asset)
- Completion of Grade 12
- Bilingualism (English/French)
We are proud to offer:
- Competitive salary
- Benefits and pension plan
- Career growth opportunities
- Health and wellness program
- Diverse company culture
Licensed Mechanics
The role of the Licensed Mechanic is to provide safe, reliable, efficient, timely and cost-effective transit vehicle maintenance services to support transit services within the City of Ottawa.
What you need:
- Completion of Grade 12
- Completion of Truck and Coach Technician apprenticeship program of 6720 hours
- 310T License
- Minimum of 1 year of experience following attainment of certification
We are proud to offer:
- Competitive salary
- Benefits and pension plan
- Career growth opportunities
- Health and wellness program
- Diverse company culture
Licensed Apprentices
The role of an Apprentice is to develop job skills to the journeyperson level as an apprentice Truck and Coach Technician, under the guidance and direction of more experienced workers in the trade. You develop and apply learned job skills through a combination of on-the-job learning and in-class instruction.
What you need:
- Completion of Grade 12
- Completion of Automotive Service Technician apprenticeship program of 7220 hours
- 310S License
- Must be registered as an Apprentice with the Ontario Ministry of Labour, T&D
We are proud to offer:
- Competitive salary
- Benefits and pension plan
- Career growth opportunities
- Health and wellness program
- Diverse company culture
Garage and Building Service Attendants
The role of a Garage and Building Service Attendant is to provide safe, reliable, efficient, timely, and cost-effective transit vehicle maintenance services. You are to perform manual work servicing buses, transit vehicles, and related equipment, along with performing a variety of miscellaneous relief work within a variety of work units.
What you need:
- G class driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent)
- Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent
- One year experience in an automotive garage
- One year experience in the cleaning and maintenance of public facilities
We are proud to offer:
- Competitive salary
- Benefits and pension plan
- Career growth opportunities
- Health and wellness program
- Diverse company culture
Special Constables
The role of a Special Constable at OC Transpo is to be responsible for security and law enforcement duties involving passengers, employees, Transit Services facilities/vehicles/assets and the general public.
What you need:
- Completion of Post-Secondary Police Foundations or Law and Security Certificate.
- Minimum of 2 years of security experience in a transit environment, or relevant experience
- Must obtain and maintain Special Constable designation
We are proud to offer:
- Competitive salary
- Benefits and pension plan
- Career growth opportunities
- Health and wellness program
- Diverse company culture
Other positions
If you are interested in applying for other position at OC Transpo, browse through the City of Ottawa’s current job postings, which includes job openings in the Transit Services Department.