Job Description

Req ID: 23703
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Number of Positions: 10
Closing Date: 01/05/2024

Job Summary

Under the supervision of Maintenance Supervisor, the successful candidate must be able to perform quality mechanical and electrical repairs on transit buses and non-revenue fleet vehicle

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repairs to ensure vehicles are safe for our customers
• Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle and equipment repair, including the repair of brakes suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches, and other repairs accurately.
• Ensure work orders are completed properly and accurately. Maintain records of all maintenance work completed, including parts and supplies used.
• Complete preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections as per NSC11B, and semi-annual maintenance inspections.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to the Transit fleet as set forth by the policy of the Fleet Maintenance Section
• Must be able to read electrical schematics
• Must have experience in the use of lap top computers to diagnose electrical and electronic system faults
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components using hand and power tools
• Test and adjust units to specifications for proper performance
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed.
• Must be proficient in the use of electronic diagnostic readers
• Must be able to able to meet reasonable time expectancy in performing assigned duties
• Must be able to work on heavy-duty vehicles and buses under inclement weather conditions
• Provide all necessary hand tools and personal protective equipment to perform the necessary repairs
• Work independently with minimum supervision
• Undertake road call diagnosis and repair
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications

• Must possess current Ontario Government Certificate of Qualifications - Truck and Coach Technician (310T)
• A preferred asset would be a current Ontario Government Certificate of Qualifications Automotive Service Technician (310S) as well.
• Five years experience in the trade as a licensed technician following an accredited apprenticeship program
• Experience with electronic multiplexed Heavy Duty diesel engine and automatic transmission vehicles is preferred
• Additional courses in the mechanic\'s trade will be an asset
• Familiarity with computerized work orders preferred
• Must have a valid G Driver\'s License; D or C Ontario Driver\'s License with a \xe2\x80\x9cZ\xe2\x80\x9d endorsement is preferred. A clean driver\'s license abstract is also required
• Must have green patch CSA approved safety boots
• Knowledge of the O.H. & S. Act and Regulations, including WHMIS, and the Ministry of Transportation Highway Traffic Act is preferred
• Ability and willingness to stay current with new technologies and equipment to perform bus repairs
• Working experience in a Unionized environment is an asset
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, afternoons, days, and stat holidays with various off days

Hourly Rate/Salary: 44.48
Hours of Work: 40
Work Location: Mississauga Transit
Department/Division/Section: T&W/Transportation&Works Dept , T&W/Mississauga Transit , MT Maintenance
Non-Union/Union: Transit

A Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (Level 2) or Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) will be required of the successful candidate, at their own expense, to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.

We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

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