Apprentice Truck and Coach Technician
City of Ottawa, Department of Transit Services based in Ottawa, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Apprentice Truck and Coach Technician. The City of Ottawa’s Department of Transit Services is the backbone of public transportation responsible for managing and operating the city’s transit system, including buses, light rail transit (LRT), and paratransit services. The department remains committed to providing safe, reliable, and environmentally-friendly transportation solutions for Ottawa’s growing population. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Ottawa
Department: Transit Services Department
Service: Transit Bus Operations & Maintenance Service
Branch: Transit Fleet Maintenance Branch
Position: Apprentice Truck and Coach Technician
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $32.100 – $35.983 Hourly
Employment Type: Multiple Full-time Continuous Positions
Affiliation: ATU 279
Job Category: Maintenance and Trades
Location: Ottawa, ON, CA
Job Location: Transit Service, 1500 St. Laurent
Schedule: Full-time
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of Automotive Service Technician apprenticeship program of 7220 hours
Experience: Candidates should have 1 year of practical, mechanical or machine shop experience in an automotive garage environment
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be physically fit, with stamina to perform the duties of a licensed Truck & Coach Technician (which may include working in a standing position for long periods)
- The candidates should be able to work in uncomfortable or confined positions on occasion
- The candidates should be able to work a variety of scheduled shifts, including weekends and nights, as per the Collective Agreement
- The candidates should possess good manual dexterity and the ability to work to close tolerances
- The candidates should be able to tolerate exposure to moderate amounts of noise, dust, grit, oil/grease, fumes, solvents, paints, lacquers, hot/sharp metals, and surface finishing products
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should be completed specialized motor vehicle courses, which are desirable
- The candidates should be previous experience in motor vehicle repair, which is an asset
- The candidates should be previous experience in automotive garage work, which is an asset
- The candidates should be registered as an Apprentice with the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development
- The candidates should be in possession of a valid Ontario Certificate of Qualification as Automotive Service Technician 310S
- The candidates should be knowledgeable about city policies and procedures affecting shop operations
- The candidates should be knowledgeable about the standard methods, tools, and equipment used in the automotive mechanic trade
- The candidates should be familiar with diagnostic equipment
- The candidates should be proficient in personal computers, with the ability to learn and use the Fleet Management Information System
- The candidates should be knowledgeable about safe work practices of the trade
- The candidates should be knowledgeable about applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
- The candidates should have successfully completed a pre-employment ergonomic assessment, if not previously tested
- The candidates should possess a keen interest in and aptitude for the trade
- The candidates should possess a work record of good attendance and job performance
- The candidates should possess sound judgment
- The candidates should have good working relationships with fellow employees
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to conduct diagnostic inspections of buses to identify mechanical issues accurately
- The candidates should be able to perform general mechanical overhaul and repair work on buses, following established procedures
- The candidates should be able to carry out daily maintenance repairs on buses to ensure their proper functioning
- The candidates should be able to perform unit changes or repairs on various components such as transmissions, brakes, suspensions, and electrical systems
- The candidates should be able to undertake major repairs on engines and transmissions, adhering to safety protocols and guidelines
- The candidates should be able to make miscellaneous adjustments to doors, destination signs, and other vehicle systems as required
- The candidates should be able to demonstrate proficiency in following the prescribed apprenticeship program and comply with relevant policies and procedures
- The candidates should be able to work independently, with minimal direction, and collaboratively with peers and managers as part of a maintenance repair team
- The candidates should be able to read and interpret service manuals, schematics, drawings, and work orders
- The candidates should be able to apply knowledge and skills in the repair of Transit Fleet vehicles
- The candidates should be able to learn new skills in a timely manner
- The candidates should be able to operate within a computerized Fleet Management Information System
- The candidates should be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- The candidates should be able to learn to use, operate, and maintain tools and state-of-the-art automotive diagnostic and test equipment
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
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