A woman says an oc transpo driver told her it wasnt his job to babysit after she complained to him about a man harassing female passengers aboard a bus. Complaints filed over texting oc transpo drivers ctv news. Driver sheds oc transpo logo to protest harassment from. Also, there are thousands of people that work for oc transpo that continue to make this service possible. In my case with crst cedar rapids steel transport thats the real acronym,however crash and roll stunt team usually fits the. Questions regarding this collection may be addressed to the customer relations unit, transit services, oc transpo. Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of section 69 of the municipal act, 2001, s. A woman says an oc transpo driver told her it wasnt his job to babysit after she complained to him about a man harassing female. This includes receiving autodialed telephone calls, prerecorded messages, text messages and emails about trucking job opportunities at the contact number and address i have provided above. Autologin on future visits show my name in the online users list script executed in 0. You can buy a singleride ticket or one of our convenient daypass options 1, 3, 5 or 7 days.
Complaints can be submitted by mail or handdelivered to the attention of. Oc transpo schedules fiction, driver says in scathing attack. Oc transpo has launched the oline, a new information tool to provide regular updates. Fifth oc transpo driver tests positive for covid19. This estimate is based upon 4 crst international truck driver salary reports provided by employees or estimated based upon statistical methods. I have learned that public transit plays a key role in the operation of the city. Learn about oc transpo, including insurance benefits, retirement benefits, and vacation policy. Family and small owned businesses are notorious for thinking the world revolves around them, and professional moving and storage the crst franchise in richmond, va is no exception. This estimate is based upon 2 oc transpo bus operator salary reports provided by employees or estimated based upon statistical methods. Oc transpo is the urban transit service of the city of ottawa, ontario, canada. Purchasing is administered by the city of ottawas supply services department.
They will promise a lot and then not deliver on your first day. Im neither here nor there when it comes to being opinionated so take whatever you want from this thread but if you dont like what you read please dont sit there and try and tell me how i should feel about the situation,it is what it is. An oc transpo operator has written a blistering critique of the organization, saying its schedules are illdesigned works of fiction that have let. Chief special constable transit services, city of ottawa oc transpo special constable. Oc transpo s otrain is a light metro system consisting of two lines.
We will not stand by and allow our members to be treated like robots. Oc transpo drivers shouldnt feel pressured to accommodate the scheduling mess created by oc transpo, according to an internal memo obtained by on the city, from the burbs. Whistleblower chris grover just wants to see things improve for drivers and the public, and is still an employee of oc transpo, atu local 279s president confirmed tuesday. I enjoyed learning about change management and how oc transpo dealt with prestos initial technological failure.
Oc transpo drivers are instructed not to stare at the video monitor while driving. Spotty bus service has oc riders fuming voice of oc. You will find many oc transpo related info that you may find interesting. The agencys bus system has 170 routes and 43 bus rapid transit. So i filed a complaint with octranspo for a rude driver that was accusing me for trying to skip the fare. We are so glad you had such a great experience here not just with driving orange but your pay and home time. Mar 29, 2016 ottawa police are investigating an assault on an oc transpo driver that took place monday while he was on his route. By completing this form, i agree to receive correspondence from crst. Oc transpo customer service oc transpo phone number oc. Driver chris grover says oc transpo service has chronic and systemic problems. They tell students they pay them while they are in school but that is not the case. Oc transpo driver calls out agency, says its not reliable cbc news. Issue with city staff or facility submit a complaint to the city the city of ottawa is committed to continuous organizational improvement in an environment where all complaints are dealt with fairly in a respectful, transparent fashion, as quickly as possible.
Oc transpo uses many articulated buses to provide service. The tsb was not able to identify any issue with the tracks condition or the operation of the train. According to an internal memo attributed to transportation general manager. For example, i had dropped off almost standing load of passengers beyond my routes. Access a wide range of technical resources, including shipment information such as proof of delivery and bills of lading. No charges for driver of oc transpo bus that injured. In many european cities bus drivers are not required to check if you paid for your fare because its all done by machines like the presto reader. Ask a question about working or interviewing at oc transpo. Complaints down against oc transpo drivers on phones cbc news. The shields will be designed to restrict customer access to the operators area, according to a memo from general manager john manconi. Oc transpo driver jamie bailey says for years she endured. See all bus operator salaries to learn how this stacks up in the market. Oc transpo driver jamie bailey poses for a photo in ottawa wednesday nov 14, 2019. They mislead people so they can continue to receive money from the government.
Expedited dedicated specialized transportation pegasus transportation not yet a customer. A 2003 oc transpo new flyer d60lf leaves a transitway station at the university of ottawa via route 95 orleans. Nineteenyearold vicky murray claims she was held hostage on an oc transpo bus after she asked the driver a. The drivers seat section of the website is reserved for oc transpo employees only, unauthorized access is prohibited. Please arrive at your stop a few minutes early to allow for any fluctuations in schedule. Some of the routes that run on the transitway, including the citys mostused bus routes, are served almost exclusively by articulated buses e. I was fortunate enough to snag a 95 as it arrived right when i reached the bus stop and rode comfortably to place dorleans. Ottawa an oc transpo driver has tested positive for covid19. Oc transpo to test out driver shields on city buses. Many times i have gone over and beyond as a bus driver. The buss driver did not have any drugs or alcohol in his system and did not have any medical conditions that would have led to the crash. In order to view this page, you must have javascript enabled in your browser.
For crst dedicated services verifications, please use driver iq. Dont think there havent been complaints about oc transpo, though. Your letters and feedback on oc transpos service changes. Ottawa transit bus crashes into via train leaving six dead. Ottawa transit previously known as my oc transpo is a unique transportation app that helps you find your way around ottawa and the valley. I am working with oc transpo and will get back to you with a follow up within the next two weeks, qadri posted to facebook on january 16. Complaints down against oc transpo drivers on phones cbc. No one working for oc transpo seems to care that a bus didnt show.
Benefits information above is provided anonymously by current and former oc transpo employees, and may include a summary provided by the employer. Crst international truck driver salaries glassdoor. From the very first day i had kyle as mine he was a hell of a nice guy,and he told me the entire truth about all company policies and they were not lying about the mileage for company drivers or their lease. This web site is dedicated to all bus and transit enthusiasts. Some time i even dropped off passengers on my brake time so they dont miss the game. On september 28, 20, tsb investigators and ottawa police investigators. Heres what you need to know about crst expediteds training. I just wanted to let you all know that i am fully aware of your concerns.
Slack rd is closed between grenfell crst and vaan dr. Customer portal welcome to the crst customer portal. The crash was investigated by the transportation safety board of canada tsb. Second they are only going to give you best case examples about pay and hometime. Bus rider grumbling doesnt bother this equally frustrated. Schedule times are based on typical driving conditions and may vary. The ottawa citizen reported a few weeks ago that riders made 178 complaints about drivers using electronic devices behind the wheel between the yearlong period from april 1, 2010, to march 31, 2011. This is the fifth case of an oc transpo bus operator testing. Driver sheds oc transpo logo to protest harassment from frustrated. Aug 04, 2011 almost 180 complaints were filed against oc transpo bus drivers in a one year periodthe majority for texting while drivingaccording to information obtained by the ottawa citizen. This section of the oc transpo website allows employees private access to current events and information. This month has seen record snowfall in ottawa, and longtime bus driver frank fata says it hasnt been easy on passengers or drivers. Oc transpo is urban transit service of the city of ottawa and gatineau, quebec, ontario, canada. Yes, oc transpo and councillor shad qadri say they are listening following up on feedback.
If you believe the driver is impaired or causing immediate danger you should call 911 and report the driver. A safety complaint is related to the mechanical condition of the bus bald tires, brakes that might be faulty, lights not properly operating, etc. A complaint against a special constable must be made in writing and signed by the complainant. To begin, please select the crst operating company youre doing business with. Oc transpo ticket machine now at the ottawa international airport. We deserve better than this and the fall booking schedules are unacceptable, crabtree. The driver s seat section of the website is reserved for oc transpo employees only, unauthorized access is prohibited. Eight stages of recruitment, six weeks of training before oc drivers get the job back to video its very comprehensive, said one driver sunday, speaking on condition of anonymity. Oc transpo has a fleet of 944 buses that run on regular streets, all of which are fully accessible lowfloor buses. No charges will be laid against the driver of an oc transpo bus that struck a woman, sending her to hospital with injuries to her foot. Reviews from oc transpo employees about oc transpo culture, salaries, benefits, worklife balance, management, job security, and more. You should report a bus safety issue you observe as soon as possible, but at least within 60 days. Among those who lodged complaints was a special education teacher who said her students bus was supposed to show up at.
Complaints, complaints, complaints against oc transpo and sto. If you can follow while you have the 911 dispatcher on the phone it will help a lot. Bailey says her supervisor took the complaint to middle management but she. It helps us improve service, correct problems and stay in touch with the needs of our community. Eight recruitment stages, 6 weeks training before oc. We wish you the best and if otr is in your future we hope you come back. Oc transpo to test out driver shields on city buses cbc news. Glassdoor is your resource for information about oc transpo benefits and perks. Oc transpo said complaints about drivers on phones or texting been cut in half in last year. How hard is it to open the door for 3 seconds to let someone on ya know. These fares are valid right away and let you ride buses and. With the new presto service i wish oc transpo would implement a standard that bus drivers only priority is 1 driving the bus and 2 keeping everyone on board safe. Neither does it have a strong public relations program to support its daily operations, public image and public understanding or oc transpo strategies. Police arrived on the scene near the corner of caldwell avenue and medford.
Jamie is a oc transpo bus driver who for the past two weeks has refused to wear her uniform on the job. Oc transpo to test out driver shields on city buses oc transpo will be installing protective barriers between drivers and passengers on a handful of buses as part of a pilot program later this. The app received recognition for the getting around category at the apps4ottawa contest that ran in february 2011. The operator drove five buses serving several different routes in the three days before selfisolating, the head of oc transpo said. Look for our ticket machine at the south end of the arrivals terminal. Please record the license plate number to assist if you lose track of the vehicle. This is probably one of many reasons why we have complaints compliments ratio stand over 7. Bailey, whos been a driver since 2015, went public earlier this year with her complaints of longstanding sexual harassment on the job, a. There was no evidence found to the fact of the driver.
Crst will pay for you to get to the facility and after that you are stuck. For crst expedited verifications, please use driver iq. Oc transpo ottawa, ontario transportation service, tour. Violence against oc transpo drivers persists cbc news. Group, llc, chicago, il, atg matchmaking for tl, ltl, rail and air transpo. The ottawa bustrain crash was a collision that occurred between an oc transpo doubledecker bus and a via rail train in the ottawa suburb of barrhaven on 18 september 20, that killed six people. It is noted that oc transpo does not have strong ties with other societal drivers such as, environment, energy, equity, economy and private business partnerships. What i actually did was enter the rear of the double decker bus and tap my presto card which was in my glove at the time. Dave woodard, identified as the driver of the oc transpo bus involved in a fatal crash wednesday with a via train. Chief special constable transit services, city of ottawa oc transpo special constable unit 875 belfast road, ottawa on k1g 0z4. Ottawa oc transpo says another one of its drivers has tested positive for covid19. Oc transpo driver spurned harassment complaint, woman says. May, 2018 oc transpo will be installing protective barriers between passengers and drivers on a handful of city buses as part of a pilot project later this year.