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TransLink’s family of companies keeps Vancouver moving
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n 1999, TransLink was formed to plan and manage transportation within the metropolitan region of Vancouver. During the ensuing 15 years, the regional transportation agency has achieved success not only in improving the transportation network of Greater Vancouver, but helping maintain the enviable lifestyle of residents and the viability of local businesses. “Every individual in the Lower Mainland, and every business, consumes our services every day,” says Ian Jarvis, CEO. “The region simply can’t function without an effective transportation network.” Jarvis says TransLink has a very smart, dedicated and compassionate group of employees who really know they make a difference in the lives of others with their work. He says most people are familiar with TransLink through its operating transit companies, including Coast Mountain Bus Company which provides bus service; B.C. Rapid Transit Company which operates SkyTrain; the West Coast Express commuter rail; and the Transit Police force, but TransLink is much more than that. Jarvis says they also manage and fund a network with intra-regional roads and bridges that are crucial to the transportation needs of the area. “Really it’s about keeping things moving — both people and goods — in metropolitan Vancouver.”
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TransLink employees help to make Metro Vancouver one of the best places to live.
“We operate a safe, efficient and reliable service that we provide every day to the customers who rely on our buses and trains, and the drivers and goods-movers who travel our roads and bridges, to get where they need to go.” ~ Ian Jarvis, CEO
Jarvis says while it is a challenging task, it is also a rewarding one that makes TransLink a great place to work. Ana Lopez, vice-president of human resources, says almost 7,000 people work for TransLink and its operating companies in positions ranging from transit operators to support staff, as well as positions in engineering, planning, marketing
and much more. Lopez says the company is an equalopportunity employer with a recruitment process that considers all qualified applicants equally. She says TransLink also has many opportunities for advancement, training, professional development and growth, which has resulted in dedicated staff. “We have a very low employee turnover rate — two per cent in 2013 — and many long-serving employees,” says Lopez, citing an employee who has been with them for more than 44 years. Jarvis says employees know they are part of an organization that makes a difference in the lives of residents of the greater Vancouver area. “TransLink has helped shape Metro
n YEARS IN BUSINESS: 15 as TransLink, began as B.C. Electric Railway Company in 1897. n NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES: 6,738 n LOCATIONS: 19 in the Lower Mainland. n HEAD OFFICE: New Westminster, B.C. n HIRING INCENTIVES: Competitive compensation; comprehensive health and wellness benefits including free transit pass, EAP and three weeks vacation to start; opportunities for professional development and training; recognition programs; defined benefit pension plan; community-minded organization; dynamic and rewarding work environment. n APPLICATION PROCESS: Online at translink.ca/careers. Vancouver as one of the best places to live. “We operate a safe, efficient and reliable service that we provide every day to the customers who rely on our buses and trains, and the drivers and goods-movers who travel our roads and bridges, to get where they need to go.” He says TransLink is also committed to sustainability, constantly looking for ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save energy and achieve the goals of Transport 2040. “We have a responsibility to operate in a manner that is socially, environmentally and financially sound.”
This story was produced by Postmedia’s advertising department on behalf of TransLink for commercial purposes. Postmedia’s editorial departments had no involvement in the creation of this content.
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