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Para-Transit Driver

Why You Should Choose SOUTHLAND

• Paid training
• Benefits package
• Competitive wages - $22.50/hour after training period, increasing to $25.00/hour following probation
• Employee recognition programs
• Rewarding and positive work environment
• Opportunity for advancement

Job Description

SOUTHLAND Transportation is currently seeking career-oriented Para-Transit Drivers to join our Specialized Transportation Services (STS) team! Drivers are responsible for safely transporting special needs customers on a daily basis and must be committed to providing superior service.

STS operates 365 days a year, which includes all holidays. This position provides full-time hours, 5 days per week in a 7 day period, including weekends; working an average of 8 hours per day across a 12 hour split shift. As this description depicts the typical requirements of the job, hours and requirements may vary dependent on customer needs.

Requirements

• Valid Class 5 (non-GDL) driver’s license (Class 4 training provided)
• Clean drivers abstract
• Clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check
• Strong knowledge of city roadways - must pass a city knowledge test
• Physical ability to push/pull wheelchairs up and down a ramp
• Experience working with special needs individuals is considered an asset

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Job Description

Voyago is hiring for Full-Time & Part-Time Para-Transit Drivers for our Durham location!

Your Role

• Voyago's Transit Drivers are responsible for delivering exceptional door-to-door customer service while working closely with individuals who have special needs
• You are required to provide proactive assistance to passengers in boarding vehicles, maneuvering wheelchairs, securement belts, lifting portable assistive devices, and offering necessary aid throughout the journey.
• You are a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and comfort of passengers by properly securing passengers, devices, and mobility aids.
• Additionally, providing WOW! Customer service to all passengers and assisting with information on fares, schedules, and stops is a crucial aspect of this role

Key Responsibilities

• You are offering door-to-door customer service.
• You will assist passengers in boarding vehicles and maneuvering wheelchairs.
• You are attaching securement belts and lift portable assistive devices as needed.
• You will ensure the proper restraint and security of passengers, devices, and mobility aids.
• You are providing passengers with accurate information on fares, schedules, and stops.
• You will maintain a safe and comfortable environment throughout the journey.
• You will communicate effectively and professionally with passengers and team members.
• You will adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Requirements

Your Profile

• You are a safe driver with a clean driving record
• You can obtain a clean criminal record search and/or vulnerable sector screening
• You are a professional driver with a class license of G
• You are able to work with individuals who have special needs in a compassionate and patient manner
• You are physically capable to lift and maneuver assistive devices
• You have excellent communication skills both written and oral
• Your prior experience in a similar role would be preferred
• You are comfortable working around any type of service animal
• You have a sound knowledge of the city of Durham
• Shifts available: morning/afternoon/evenings/nights, weekdays/weekends, full-time/part-time available

By joining the Voyago Transit team in Durham, you’ll find:

• We offer a competitive hourly pay
• We offer on the job training and job shadowing
• We offer free license upgrade
• We provide opportunities for growth
• Our full time comprehensive benefit package is available if you work 30+ hours or more per week

Benefits

The Perks

• We support the development, work-life balance and well-being of our employees
• We build a supportive corporate culture that encourages diversity and enables our people to flourish.
• We enable our employees to have a positive social impact by deploying sustainable mobility solutions.
• We offer our employees opportunities to build their own experience within a local, global Group.

• We offer comprehensive benefits packages for full time employees with an Employee and Family Assistance Program, a great company perks program and an Employee Referral Bonus for all staff
• We are an Award Winning company
• As a subsidiary of Transdev, we provide opportunities for a rewarding career with a growing, global transportation provider
• We focus on innovation and sustainable environmental initiatives

Voyago is committed to provide accommodation for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request of the internal or external applicant. If you require an accommodation due to a disability for an interview, please notify Human Resources directly to make appropriate arrangements when contacted for an interview.

We thank all applicants however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Job Description

Drive With Purpose. Lead With Heart. Join Voyago as a Para Transit Driver!

Looking for a job that’s more than just a job? One where you’re not just driving a vehicle, but driving real change in people’s lives? Voyago is hiring for our St. Thomas Para Transit Division!

As a Para Transit Driver, you're the friendly face behind the wheel, making sure seniors and individuals with special needs can get to medical appointments, groceries, social outings, basically all the important stuff.

Your Role

• You are responsible for delivering exceptional door-to-door customer service
• You are required to provide proactive assistance to passengers in boarding vehicles, maneuvering wheelchairs, securing belts, lifting portable assistive devices, and offering necessary aid throughout the journey
• Additionally, providing WOW! Customer service to all passengers and assisting with information on fares, schedules, and stops is a crucial aspect of this role
• You are responsible for performing basic vehicle inspection to ensure the vehicle is in good working order at the start of your shift
• Your rate for this position will be $ 19.21/hour

Requirements

Your Profile

• You are a safe driver with a clean driving record
• You can obtain a clean criminal record search and/or vulnerable sector screening
• You are a professional driver with a class license of G, B, C or F
• You have excellent customer service skills
• You are able to work with individuals who have special needs in a compassionate and patient manner
• You are comfortable working around any type of service animal
• You are capable of working at a fast pace and keeping up with the physically demanding requirements (wheelchairs, ramps, and a bit of squatting and twisting)
• You have excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• You have intermediate to advanced verbal and written language skills (equivalent to B2 to C1 levels)
• Your prior experience in a similar role would be preferred
• You have a sound knowledge of the St. Thomas region
• You are comfortable working within a Union
• You are comfortable with an on-call position with no set schedule each week

Looking for something flexible that fits around your life? Perfect - this role is all about flexibility

Shifts typically fall within the following timeframes:

• 5:30 am and 10:00 pm Monday to Friday
• 8:30 am to 10:00 pm Saturday to Sunday

Your location

• You’ll be based at Voyago Transportation Yard – 614 Talbot Street, St. Thomas.

By joining the Voyago Transit team in St. Thomas, you’ll find:

• We offer a competitive hourly pay
• We offer on-the-job training and job shadowing
• We offer free licence upgrade
• We provide opportunities for growth
• Our full-time comprehensive benefit package is available if you work 30+ hours or more per week

Apply now, your passengers are waiting!

Benefits

The Perks

• We support the development, work-life balance and well-being of our employees
• We build a supportive corporate culture that encourages diversity and enables our people to flourish.
• We enable our employees to have a positive social impact by deploying sustainable mobility solutions.
• We offer our employees opportunities to build their own experience within a local, global Group.

• We offer comprehensive benefits packages for full-time employees with an Employee and Family Assistance Program, a great company perks program and an Employee Referral Bonus for all staff
• We are an Award Winning company
• As a subsidiary of Transdev, we provide opportunities for a rewarding career with a growing, global transportation provider
• We focus on innovation and sustainable environmental initiatives

Voyago is committed to provide accommodation for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request of the internal or external applicant. If you require an accommodation due to a disability for an interview, please notify Human Resources directly to make appropriate arrangements when contacted for an interview.

We thank all applicants however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Job Description

Salary: $26.00/hour -$8.00/hour

Smithers Community Services Association is a non-profit organization that believes in raising the bar on what it means to do a good job. As a member of the Smithers Community Services team, you are fully engaged in your work, you take personal responsibility for your experience with the Association, you are a professional who operates from a place of ethics and integrity and you are prepared to evolve, change and grow as a result of working here.

PROGRAM:Smithers & District Transit System

POSITION: Smithers & District Transit Driver - Casual/On Call

DATE POSTED: August 08, 2025

CLOSING DATE: Until the position is filled. *We will conduct rolling interviews and may close this position if suitable candidates are found. Early submissions are recommended.

START DATE: As soon as possible

SALARY RANGE: 26.00 - 28.00

NO: OF POSITIONS: 1

PROGRAM SUMMARY:

Smithers & District Transit provides public transportation, 6 days a week, Monday through Saturday, with a combination of a curb-to-curb service (in the Smithers & Regional District only) and a bus route service operating between Telkwa, Smithers and Witset.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Transit Driver is responsible for providing Transit Driver services as scheduled.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to:Smithers & District Transit Manager

Direct Reports:None

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Administration:

• Maintains appropriate and accurate records and ensures all reports and billings are completed on schedule.
• Keeps the Transit Program Manager apprised of difficult situations and makes recommendations regarding solutions.

2. Transit Driver:

• Performs Bus Driver duties as scheduled.
• Completes daily pre and post trip inspection reports.
• Ensures the confidentiality of client information.
• Ensures every precaution is taken to prevent loss or damage of the bus.
• Keeps the bus clean and maintained in proper working order at all times.
• Be knowledgeable of all aspects of the transit system in order to provide helpful, supportive and courteous service to everyone coming in contact with Smithers Transit.
• Provides physical assistance to passengers as required.
• Collects all fares and accounts for all transit revenue on a regular basis.
• Sells tickets and bus passes and accounts for all revenue collected from this source.
• Performs other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Grade 12 Diploma
• Possess a valid Class 4 Drivers License.
• A Defensive Driving Certificate would be an asset.

Note: SCSA is willing to support and cover the cost of training for the right candidate to obtain their Class 4 Unrestricted License, after completing one full year of employment.

Knowledge and Experience

• Maintains current certification in Occupational First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.
• A clean driving record.
• Experience driving physically and mentally handicapped people.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to handle and assist clients using wheelchairs walkers and other ambulatory aids.
• Ability to maintain unrelated files and records.
• A patient and understanding attitude.
• Be punctual and reliable.
• Ability to take initiative and to maintain a calm and professional manner in challenging situations.
• Self directed and works well independently and as part of a team.
• Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Motivated, well organized and detail orientated person with the ability to prioritize.
• Demonstrated ability to interact positively with SCSA board, staff, clients and the public in person and over the telephone.
• Basic Level 1 computer technical skills required

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Regularly scheduled hours of work between Monday and Saturday
• Potential for on-call hours of work
• Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odours, loud noises, etc.
• Work requires moderate level of physical effort and/or dexterity, e.g. moving passengers in their wheelchairs to and from the bus and up and down the bus ramps, bending and kneeling to secure mobility devices, lifting mobility devices, etc.

PERSONAL QUALITIES:

The team members at Smithers Community Services Association possess similar personal characteristics while at the same time are encouraged to bring their diverse thoughts, opinions and styles to their work. We highly value our team members and support each person to be successful in their role. Individuals who possess the following qualities are the best fit in our organization.

YOU ARE:

• Grounded in a people-first approach, working diligently to achieve the goals and objectives of the clients and the organization
• Open, self-aware and authentic with a desire to nurture this in others
• A strategic, critical thinker, accountable for your actions, modeling personal responsibility and initiative in your decision-making
• Flexible in your style, take pride in your work and contribute with the whole team in mind
• Focused on genuine dialogue that is collaborative and straight-forward with an insatiable curiosity about the people and the community you serve
• Collaborative, proactive and solution-focused in your approach, with the intent to find win/win solutions.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Be familiar with and adhere to the philosophy, policies and procedures of the Association.
• Represent the Association positively and professionally at all times.
• Understand and be committed to terms of confidentiality and sign a pledge of confidentiality.

• Undergo a Criminal Record Search as and when required by the Association

• Actively participate in regular performance evaluations.

Smithers Community Services Association embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We value a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity support our mission to enhance the quality of life in our communities. While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons.

REVISED DATE: August 2025

Job Description

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

First Student is the service provider for the Simcoe County LINX Transit Service in the County of Simcoe. We have full and part-time positions in Barrie, ON and are actively searching for key individuals who can demonstrate a strong work ethic and excellent customer service. Benefit package included for full-time positions.

JOB PURPOSE:

Safely drives and maintains the appearance of the interior of the bus. Provides safe, reliable, and efficient transportation adhering to all First Transit and County of Simcoe policies and procedures

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drives one of several different transit or company non-revenue vehicles in a safe, courteous, and reliable manner throughout the contracted service area within a daily assigned time schedule
• Maintains a strong attendance record
• Performs pre/post trip vehicle inspections as required
• Possess a functional knowledge of the demographics of the service area
• Stops at designated points to load and/or unload passengers
• Assist in the boarding of passengers using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and is required to properly secure wheelchairs and scooters
• Notifies dispatch of deviations, overload, accidents, passenger incidents, medical/behavioral problems, or bus mechanical/electrical trouble
• Assures that fares are deposited into the fare box and dispenses information. Advises passengers of rules and regulations when necessary
• Completes and submits written reports concerning passengers and all accidents
• Operates on-board computer destination signs
• Assumes any and all other duties assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• High school Graduate
• Class BZ or CZ driving license, clear driver abstract, background check, First Aid, Transit Experience an asset

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform basic mathematical procedures
• Ability to work under stress and meet strict timelines
• The ability to work early morning hours
• Must be able to work without direct supervision
• Must read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work rotating shift hours and days assigned including weekends

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to verbally communicate with passengers and dispatchers/road supervisors including use of a 2-way radio and PA system
• Possess excellent or corrected vision to allow operator to have the ability to read and comprehend written material. Must have good depth perception, peripheral vision, distance vision, and color perception as is required to drive a motorized vehicle
• Possess a full range of sense of hearing, including tone, pitch, and volume when operating transit vehicle, using 2-way radio, and assisting passengers and public
• Must have good manual dexterity in order to perform the basic functions of the MDT keypad. Required to reach, grasp, and use multiple objects which include but are not limited to: a 2-way radio, door control, PA microphone, steering wheel, wheelchair lift control, and bus door control
• Required to sit while operating vehicle approximately 75% of the work day. The remaining 25% of the day will require the operator to move both in the internal and exterior perimeters of the bus, including a pre-trip inspection of the vehicle by walking around and through the vehicle
• Ability to push/pull tension of at least 50 pounds and ability to bend and stoop/kneel to assist passengers boarding and securing in wheelchair/scooters and/or to retrieve equipment. Twist at the knee and waist when operating vehicle, performing vehicle inspections, and securing wheelchairs. Reach forward, rearward, upward, and downward when operating vehicle, performing vehicle inspections, and securing wheelchairs
• Subject to wet, cold, and/or hot environmental conditions
• Subject to a low risk of injury due to vehicle accident, mechanical failure, fire, and/or explosion
• Subject to vehicle noise and vibration while operating transit vehicle
• Subject to vehicle exhaust fumes and odors, road dusts, and mist

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We encourage applications from women, persons with a disability, Indigenous peoples and members of a visible minority. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all. First is committed to providing reasonable accommodation at all stages of the hiring process and encourage all applicants who may require such accommodation to let us know.

Job Description

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

First Student is the service provider for the Simcoe County LINX Transit Service in the County of Simcoe. We have full and part-time positions in and are actively searching for key individuals who can demonstrate a strong work ethic and excellent customer service. Benefit package included for full-time positions.

JOB PURPOSE:

Safely drives and maintains the appearance of the interior of the bus. Provides safe, reliable, and efficient transportation adhering to all First Transit and County of Simcoe policies and procedures

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drives one of several different transit or company non-revenue vehicles in a safe, courteous, and reliable manner throughout the contracted service area within a daily assigned time schedule
• Maintains a strong attendance record
• Performs pre/post trip vehicle inspections as required
• Possess a functional knowledge of the demographics of the service area
• Stops at designated points to load and/or unload passengers
• Assist in the boarding of passengers using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and is required to properly secure wheelchairs and scooters
• Notifies dispatch of deviations, overload, accidents, passenger incidents, medical/behavioral problems, or bus mechanical/electrical trouble
• Assures that fares are deposited into the fare box and dispenses information. Advises passengers of rules and regulations when necessary
• Completes and submits written reports concerning passengers and all accidents
• Operates on-board computer destination signs
• Assumes any and all other duties assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• High school Graduate
• Class BZ or CZ driving license, clear driver abstract, background check, First Aid, Transit Experience an asset

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform basic mathematical procedures
• Ability to work under stress and meet strict timelines
• The ability to work early morning hours
• Must be able to work without direct supervision
• Must read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work rotating shift hours and days assigned including weekends

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to verbally communicate with passengers and dispatchers/road supervisors including use of a 2-way radio and PA system
• Possess excellent or corrected vision to allow operator to have the ability to read and comprehend written material. Must have good depth perception, peripheral vision, distance vision, and color perception as is required to drive a motorized vehicle
• Possess a full range of sense of hearing, including tone, pitch, and volume when operating transit vehicle, using 2-way radio, and assisting passengers and public
• Must have good manual dexterity in order to perform the basic functions of the MDT keypad. Required to reach, grasp, and use multiple objects which include but are not limited to: a 2-way radio, door control, PA microphone, steering wheel, wheelchair lift control, and bus door control
• Required to sit while operating vehicle approximately 75% of the work day. The remaining 25% of the day will require the operator to move both in the internal and exterior perimeters of the bus, including a pre-trip inspection of the vehicle by walking around and through the vehicle
• Ability to push/pull tension of at least 50 pounds and ability to bend and stoop/kneel to assist passengers boarding and securing in wheelchair/scooters and/or to retrieve equipment. Twist at the knee and waist when operating vehicle, performing vehicle inspections, and securing wheelchairs. Reach forward, rearward, upward, and downward when operating vehicle, performing vehicle inspections, and securing wheelchairs
• Subject to wet, cold, and/or hot environmental conditions
• Subject to a low risk of injury due to vehicle accident, mechanical failure, fire, and/or explosion
• Subject to vehicle noise and vibration while operating transit vehicle
• Subject to vehicle exhaust fumes and odors, road dusts, and mist

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We encourage applications from women, persons with a disability, Indigenous peoples and members of a visible minority. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all. First is committed to providing reasonable accommodation at all stages of the hiring process and encourage all applicants who may require such accommodation to let us know.

Job Description

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

First Student is the service provider for the Simcoe County LINX Transit Service in the County of Simcoe. We have full and part-time positions in Orillia and Midland, ON and are actively searching for key individuals who can demonstrate a strong work ethic and excellent customer service. Benefit package included for full-time positions.

JOB PURPOSE:

Safely drives and maintains the appearance of the interior of the bus. Provides safe, reliable, and efficient transportation adhering to all First Transit and County of Simcoe policies and procedures

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drives one of several different transit or company non-revenue vehicles in a safe, courteous, and reliable manner throughout the contracted service area within a daily assigned time schedule
• Maintains a strong attendance record
• Performs pre/post trip vehicle inspections as required
• Possess a functional knowledge of the demographics of the service area
• Stops at designated points to load and/or unload passengers
• Assist in the boarding of passengers using wheelchairs or other mobility aids and is required to properly secure wheelchairs and scooters
• Notifies dispatch of deviations, overload, accidents, passenger incidents, medical/behavioral problems, or bus mechanical/electrical trouble
• Assures that fares are deposited into the fare box and dispenses information. Advises passengers of rules and regulations when necessary
• Completes and submits written reports concerning passengers and all accidents
• Operates on-board computer destination signs
• Assumes any and all other duties assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• High school Graduate
• Class BZ or CZ driving license, clear driver abstract, background check, First Aid, Transit Experience an asset

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform basic mathematical procedures
• Ability to work under stress and meet strict timelines
• The ability to work early morning hours
• Must be able to work without direct supervision
• Must read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work rotating shift hours and days assigned including weekends

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to verbally communicate with passengers and dispatchers/road supervisors including use of a 2-way radio and PA system
• Possess excellent or corrected vision to allow operator to have the ability to read and comprehend written material. Must have good depth perception, peripheral vision, distance vision, and color perception as is required to drive a motorized vehicle
• Possess a full range of sense of hearing, including tone, pitch, and volume when operating transit vehicle, using 2-way radio, and assisting passengers and public
• Must have good manual dexterity in order to perform the basic functions of the MDT keypad. Required to reach, grasp, and use multiple objects which include but are not limited to: a 2-way radio, door control, PA microphone, steering wheel, wheelchair lift control, and bus door control
• Required to sit while operating vehicle approximately 75% of the work day. The remaining 25% of the day will require the operator to move both in the internal and exterior perimeters of the bus, including a pre-trip inspection of the vehicle by walking around and through the vehicle
• Ability to push/pull tension of at least 50 pounds and ability to bend and stoop/kneel to assist passengers boarding and securing in wheelchair/scooters and/or to retrieve equipment. Twist at the knee and waist when operating vehicle, performing vehicle inspections, and securing wheelchairs. Reach forward, rearward, upward, and downward when operating vehicle, performing vehicle inspections, and securing wheelchairs
• Subject to wet, cold, and/or hot environmental conditions
• Subject to a low risk of injury due to vehicle accident, mechanical failure, fire, and/or explosion
• Subject to vehicle noise and vibration while operating transit vehicle
• Subject to vehicle exhaust fumes and odors, road dusts, and mist

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We encourage applications from women, persons with a disability, Indigenous peoples and members of a visible minority. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all. First is committed to providing reasonable accommodation at all stages of the hiring process and encourage all applicants who may require such accommodation to let us know.

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Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

English

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.