Job Title: Coach Attendant
Bargaining Unit: CUPE 234
Language Requirement: English Essential
Vacancy Status: Additional Headcount – temporary vacancy
Cornwall is a beautiful community with a population of 47,000 situated on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Eastern Ontario. The city offers a wide array of urban amenities, making it an excellent place for a career and raising a family. With a growing economy, expanding population and fantastic quality of life, there has never been a better time to start the next phase of your career with the City of Cornwall! Cornwall is a diverse and progressive community where residents and partners feel safe, welcomed, and enjoy a high quality of life supported by access to financially responsible and sustainable municipal services and infrastructure.
Position Summary
The Coach Attendant is responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of municipal transit buses, ensuring a safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment for passengers. This role involves cleaning both the interior and exterior of transit vehicles, performing refueling and fluid checks, and reporting any maintenance concerns. The incumbent plays a vital role in maintaining fleet cleanliness and operational readiness to support efficient transit services.
Coach Attendant Schedules:
This temporary position is governed by the Collective Agreement and includes a 12-hour shift every Sunday (8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.). Additional hours will be scheduled between Monday and Saturday, with the final schedule structure currently under review and may consist of either one 12-hour shift or two 6-hour shifts.
Current Shift Times:
- Sunday: 8:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
- Monday to Saturday (Rotating Shifts):
- 5:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- 3:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m.
- NOTE: Schedule and hours may change as bus service dictates or operationally required. The Monday-to-Saturday schedule format is currently being finalized.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily cleaning and sanitization of the interior and exterior of transit buses, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and disinfecting surfaces.
- Operate cleaning equipment and use cleaning chemicals safely and in accordance with established guidelines.
- Ensure buses are properly stocked with necessary supplies such as garbage bags, sanitizers and paper products.
- Conduct visual inspections of vehicles for cleanliness, damage, or maintenance needs, reporting issues to the appropriate department.
- Assist with minor maintenance tasks such as replenishing windshield washer fluid and diesel exhaust fluid.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and proper handling of cleaning chemicals.
- Maintain cleanliness of the bus depot, wash bays, and other transit facilities as needed.
- Follow established cleaning schedules and prioritize tasks based on operational requirements.
Leadership of Others
Position Requirements
Education & Certifications:
- Ontario Class “D” Driver's License, with a “Z” endorsement.
Experience:
- Prior experience in commercial or industrial cleaning, preferably in a transit or fleet maintenance environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Cleaning Procedures: Knowledge of cleaning techniques, materials, and equipment used in vehicle maintenance.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to perform thorough cleaning tasks and identify areas needing attention.
- Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively to complete tasks within scheduled timeframes.
- Safety Awareness: Understanding of safety protocols related to cleaning chemicals and equipment.
- Communication: Basic communication skills to report issues and collaborate with team members.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
Working Conditions
- Work is performed primarily in a transit garage environment.
- Occasional flexibility needed for after-hours incidents.
- This role involves potential exposure to cleaning agents and vehicle exhaust, and occasional exposure to outdoor or industrial environments.
- Cognitive demands include prioritizing tasks efficiently and maintaining focus while completing repetitive tasks.
- Physical demands include lifting, carrying, and moving objects, prolonged standing or walking
If selected for this role, you will need to provide:
- Successful reference check (two work-related references, with a minimum of one being a direct supervisor)
- Satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check
- Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
- Proof of certifications
Additional Information:
The Corporation of The City of Cornwall strives to promote and demonstrate the values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the community we serve and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
The City of Cornwall is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At the City, we respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity. The City of Cornwall is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Please save a copy of this posting for your records. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet each of the required qualifications. Please note, selection for further consideration will be based on the information you provide in your application. Interviews may be conducted virtually through Microsoft Teams or in-person.
To see the full job posting, please visit https://www.cornwall.ca/en/city-hall/careers.aspx
