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- Job ID #31580: Transit Technologist III
- Union: ATU Local 107
- Job Description ID #: 1704
- Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on December 17, 2025.
- Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
SUMMARY
OF DUTIES
Under the general supervision of the Supervisor – Transit Scheduling, undertakes transit scheduling and runcutting related duties to provide transit service delivery.
GENERAL
DUTIES
Assists the Supervisor – Transit Scheduling and Project Managers with bus and operator scheduling, run-cutting, and database management, while adhering to the annual operating budget.
Assists in the creation, co-ordination, and adjustment of bus schedules for regular service as well as special event shuttles, including the annual Tiger-Cats shuttle program.
Assists in the creation, co-ordination, and maintenance of the software programming for the bus destination sign program.
Assists in the creation, co-ordination, and posting activities for regular and holiday board sign-ups.
Assists with surveys, passenger counts, data collection, data extraction, data analysis and data maintenance related to scheduling.
Prepares internal and external notices as it relates to scheduling and destination signs.
Liaises with internal and external partners, including HSR divisional sections, other Public Works divisions, and contracted vendors, on matters related to schedules.
Participates in and supports divisional Quality Management and Continuous Improvement initiatives as they relate to scheduling.
Perform such other duties from time to time, as may be assigned, which are directly related to the normal job function.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Recognized Technologist diploma in Transportation Engineering Technology from a Community College program, together with experience on computerized transit scheduling, data collection, data extraction, data analysis, data maintenance, field investigation and preparation of communication materials and documents, A combination of equivalent education and experience will be considered.
- Able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with peers, the public and
- Ability and willingness to accept responsibility and complete assigned work on time under minimal
- Experience working with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Proficient with word processing, data entry, data extraction, data analysis, data maintenance, manipulation of spreadsheets, including Excel Pivot Tables, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to learn and become proficient in the use transit specific and associated software applications.
SALARY:
Salary Grade
14
HOURS:
37.5 per week
NOTE:
The successful applicant may be required to have a medical to be determined fit to perform the essential duties of the job. This is a condition of employment.
Disclaimer:
Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.
Terms:
The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.
