How to become a TTC bus driver?

Question

Hi everyone thank you so much for taking the time. Please, those who had applied to TTC or are currently working as TTC drivers tell me the process of applying. I know I gotta drop a resume! But tell me what kind of people they prefer. what I should prepare my self for to have the best chance of getting in. I heard it's not easy but I'm determined. Please list all the tests I need to go through; the kind of interviews; all the qualifications I need. And just some tips and pointers. I speak English as a secondary language, is this acceptable? .I'm 23. Thank you all again. God bless.

Answer 1

Hey there - this link is from the TTC website, under Job Opportunities for being a Transit Operator, http://www.toronto.ca/ttc/jobopps_operat...

It lists their basic qualifications, driving requirements, pay + benefits & you can download an application form in .pdf format too.  I'm not sure about the tests, etc.  Your best bet would be to go to a Job Fair (the link is http://www.toronto.ca/ttc/jobopps_jobfai... check back often, there doesn't seem to be any right now) for more comprehensive information.

Speaking English as a secondary language is acceptable: it's discrimination if they don't hire you because of THAT!  As long as you speak English/write well enough, then you should be okay.

You could probably email them a question at [e-mail], but I'm not sure if they'd reply because that seems to be the email to send your resume in, & they don't have a phone number for their recruiting dept, just a fax number.

Sorry I couldn't be of more help. They're taking applications for late 2008 so good timing.

Best of luck to you!  

Cheers~