Preventative maintenance technician
Job Description:
JOB TITLE: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANDEPARTMENT: TRANSIT
POSTING NUMBER: 106510
NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1
JOB STATUS & DURATION: Full Time Permanent
HOURS OF WORK: 40 hour workweek
LOCATION: Brampton Transit Sandalwood Pkwy facility
SALARY GRADE: 017
STARTING SALARY: $35.47 per hour
JOB TYPE: Union
POSTING DATE: February 6, 2025
CLOSING DATE: February 20, 2025
AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:
Reporting to the Supervisor, Vehicle Maintenance, performs preventive maintenance services on all Transit owned vehicles and assists licensed Mechanics with minor vehicle maintenance and repairs where required.- Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on all Transit vehicles.
- Servicing of air systems, hydraulic systems, transmissions, etc.
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of and abides by all Ministry of Transportation Motor Vehicle Inspection Station Guidelines.
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of equipment & procedures, reviews manuals, etc.
- Operates pressure washer to clean engine, transmission, radiator and other related components.
- Inspect service and maintain tires and wheels.
- Maintains and adjusts fluid levels on Transit buses.
- Prepares list of required repair parts for the Foreman.
- Completes paperwork, e.g. individual time sheets, record of work performed, inspection sheets etc.
- Assists the Transit Mechanic in vehicle maintenance and repairs of various systems.
- Operates forklift as required to complete duties.
- Performs other similar and related duties to this position, as assigned.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
EDUCATION:
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE:
- Over one (1) year, up to and including two (2) years of related experience performing vehicle preventive maintenance and repairs.
OTHER SKILLS AND ASSETS:
- Experience with transit buses or highway coaches preferred.
- Must own a full complement of hand tools.
- Able to work shifts and variable hours.
- Able to handle physical demands of the job.
- Able to work outside and in all weather conditions.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment.
- Able to wear required personal protective equipment and use appropriate safety equipment to complete job tasks in a safe manner.
REQUIRED LICENCES & CERTIFICATIONS:
- A valid Ontario automotive service technician 310S in good standing.
- A current class CZ license in good standing, or the ability to upgrade an existing class G driver’s license to a class CZ license.
- A current forklift operator’s certificate or the ability to obtain a forklift operator’s certificate.
**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.
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Interview: Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.
If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the button above quoting reference #106510 by February 20, 2025 and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.The successful candidate(s) will be required, as a condition of employment, to execute a written employment agreement. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.
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