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73301 - Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators

Broad Occupation Category

7 – Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations

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Major Group

73 – General trades

Sub-major Group

733 – Transportation occupations

Main Duties

Bus drivers, subway operators and other transit operators perform some or all of the following duties:

  • Operate buses, streetcars, subway trains, or light rail vehicles along assigned routes
  • Assist passengers including those with disabilities during boarding and exiting
  • Collect fares, validate passes, and issue transfers where required
  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections for safety compliance
  • Maintain communication with dispatchers using radios or onboard systems
  • Operate controls for doors, signals, and vehicle systems safely
  • Handle emergency situations including evacuations and technical issues
  • Monitor passenger behavior to ensure safety, especially in school transport
  • Provide route, schedule, and fare information to passengers
  • Report delays, incidents, or mechanical issues to control centers

Employment Requirements

These are the typical employment requirements and certifications required in Canada:

  • Completion of secondary school is usually required
  • Class 2 driver’s license required in most provinces
  • Ontario requires Class B, C, E, or F license depending on vehicle type
  • Air Brake Endorsement (Z) is mandatory
  • Minimum one year of safe driving experience is typically required
  • Completion of employer-provided transit training programs (up to 3 months)
  • Valid First Aid certification is often required
  • Good communication and customer service skills

Transit Operators Salary Prospects

Community/AreaOntario (Toronto Region)
Low ($/hour)19.00
Median ($/hour)30.06
High ($/hour)38.50
Community/AreaAlberta
Low ($/hour)16.34
Median ($/hour)25.00
High ($/hour)36.83
Community/AreaBritish Columbia
Low ($/hour)21.00
Median ($/hour)28.00
High ($/hour)38.00
Community/AreaCanada
Low ($/hour)17.18
Median ($/hour)25.00
High ($/hour)37.68

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