Learn About the Opportunity from Our Transit Operators

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO

"I have been working with the City of Edmonton for nine years. My first position was as a laborer with Water and Sanitation. As a DATS Operator, I run a van with a wheelchair lift in and around the City."
—Randy Laderoute, DATS Operator

"I drive a bus on routes that do not warrant a full-sized bus, but need bus service. I try to be the most passenger-oriented driver that I can be. I decorate my bus and give out candy for holidays through-out the year. I truly enjoy my work, which is why I’ve been here for 13 years."
—Denise Meyer, Community Service Operator

"My work involves driving one of the smaller buses in and out of neighborhoods and shopping centres, accommodating mostly seniors, though I also get people of all other age groups. I’ve been with the City since April of 2009. I love working with the public and thought this would be a fun job. It really is."
—Martha Schwabe, Community Service Operator

"The City of Edmonton has been my employer for more than 18 years. I began as a Sedan Owner-Operator under contract to the City, and then became a DATS Operator. I like working with people, so this role is perfect for me."
—Harpreet Singh, DATS Operator

"I’ve worked with the City of Edmonton for more than six years and stay because I love working with disabled adults. As a DATS Operator, I have the opportunity to assist the disabled public."
—Reale Muhlbach, DATS Operator

"I’m a Transit Operator for the City of Edmonton, and I love my work because I like the people and hearing their different stories."
—Dwayne Nemlander, Transit Operator

SOME OF THE BEST REASONS TO JOIN US

"There are lots of good reasons to join the City, including the good pay, advancement potential, and the stable structure of the system."
—Reale Muhlbach, DATS Operator

"I think you should choose to work with the City because of the stability, plus the benefits and pension plan are good."
—Harpreet Singh, DATS Operator

"There are a lot of fitness programs, and people to help with any situation you may have. You get to use the City’s facilities at a discount rate. And they have fitness programs available throughout the month."
—Dwayne Nemlander, Transit Operator

"I feel that the best reasons to join the City include good pay and job security. Another important factor would be the strong benefits they offer. There is also a nice pension plan in place.
—Randy Laderoute, DATS Operator

"In addition to working with a very nice team of drivers, you can easily find a shift to suit your lifestyle. The wages and benefits are very good, too."
—Denise Meyer, Community Service Operator

"Working with the City of Edmonton gives you a good feeling that your job is secure. Also, there are lots of opportunities to branch out and explore different departments."
—Martha Schwabe, Community Service Operator

QUALITIES THAT DEFINE THE CITY AS AN EMPLOYER

"What defines the City of Edmonton as an employer? I would say equal opportunity, career advancement and a self-starter attitude. You’re encouraged to learn about different cultures and work as a team. And the backgrounds of the people who work here are very diverse."
—Harpreet Singh, DATS Operator

"I would say the City of Edmonton as an employer would be characterized as friendly, outgoing, and every day is an adventure."
—Dwayne Nemlander, Transit Operator

"I would say ’stress-free’ is a pretty good way to describe the environment here, because although we work hard, everyone is friendly, and we don’t get big loads of people on the buses I drive."
—Martha Schwabe, Community Service Operator

"The culture among the City of Edmonton employees is very friendly, and our teams really do care about our customers and the City."
—Randy Laderoute, DATS Operator

"As an employer, the City offers excellent benefits, good work schedules and an equal opportunity to get ahead."
—Reale Muhlbach, DATS Operator

"Some of the words I would use to describe the City as an employer would be ‘equal opportunity,’ ’friendly, and structured.’ One of the nice things about working for the City is that you get to meet people from all over the world and learn about their cultures."
—Denise Meyer, Community Service Operator

WHY EDMONTON IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

"This is where life happens, out here, day to day. You get to meet people from all walks of life."
Dwayne Nemlander, Transit Operator

"The wonderful people employed by the City make Edmonton a great place to work. Of course, the good wages and benefits are nice as well."
—Denise Meyer, Community Service Operator

"Edmonton is a great place to work because of the combination of career advantages they offer: the pay, the benefits and the security of working with such a large, stable organization."
—Randy Laderoute, DATS Operator

"When you work for the City of Edmonton, you feel you belong together–like it’s a second family."
—Martha Schwabe, Community Service Operator

"There are so many different reasons why it’s a great place to work. One of the best is all of the different career paths that can be taken. People who care about a job well done will enjoy working here."
—Harpreet Singh, DATS Operator

"The City is growing, which is good for everyone who lives and works here. There are lots of great jobs and business opportunities…and the working conditions are good. It’s a great place to be."
—Reale Muhlbach, DATS Operator

THE MOST REWARDING PART OF A CAREER HERE

"Your superiors are very supportive, approachable, and friendly here. It’s nice being part of such a big working environment. And I love my job! I like the seniors, and providing them with freedom is my pleasure. I like seeing them get out and about."
—Martha Schwabe, Community Service Operator

"The best part of working here is the positive feedback you receive–from our customers and from our organization. And it’s a good feeling to serve the public every day."
—Randy Laderoute, DATS Operator

"What I enjoy most about my career is all of the friends I’ve made and the passengers I’ve met. One highlight was when I was working as a take-home driver, and the other drivers threw me a surprise birthday party."
—Denise Meyer, Community Service Operator

"I like meeting new people, as well as building a rapport with the regulars you see on your route every day. In some cases, you might be the first person they talk to that morning. When you make someone smile, that makes you feel good."
—Dwayne Nemlander, Transit Operator

"I enjoy helping our clients. There is a great satisfaction in knowing you’re making life easier for the disabled. Each day, I find it rewarding to realize how beneficial I can be to each individual I transport."
—Harpreet Singh, DATS Operator

"This is truly a respectable job, one I feel proud of. They provide lots of training, as well as good pay and benefits."
—Reale Muhlbach, DATS Operator