Mechanic
City of Brampton’s Transit department is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Mechanic. City of Brampton’s Transit department oversees public transportation services. It manages bus routes, schedules, and infrastructure maintenance. Functioning as a vital mobility provider, it ensures accessibility and efficiency for residents and commuters. By prioritizing reliability and customer satisfaction, the department contributes to Brampton’s connectivity and sustainable urban development. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Brampton
Department: Transit
Position: Mechanic
No of Vacancies: 7
Salary: $40.76 hourly
Employment Type: Full Time/Permanent
Job Type: Union
Job Industry: Government and Public Sector
Location: 130 Sandalwood Pkwy, Brampton, ON L7A 1A8, Canada
Shift: 40-hour workweek
Job ID: 2024-8385
Posting Number: 105835
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have Grade 12 education or equivalent secondary education as established by the Ontario Ministry of Education
Experience: Candidates should have 5 years experience repairing heavy trucks and/or buses
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be able to work shifts and variable hours
- The candidates should be capable of handling the physical demands of the job
- The candidates should be comfortable working outside and in all weather conditions
- The candidates should be able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- The candidates should be willing to wear required personal protective equipment and use appropriate safety equipment to complete job tasks in a safe manner
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have experience with Transit buses and highway coaches and hold a valid Ontario Truck & Coach Certificate 310T in good standing
- The candidates should possess experience working with Detroit Diesel and Allison Transmission power packages, DDEC, ATEC, Cummins, and Voith electronic controls, as well as Cummins and Voith power packages
- The candidates should possess a current class CZ license in good standing, or have the ability to upgrade an existing class G driver’s license to a class CZ license
- The candidates should have a current forklift operator’s certificate, or have the ability to obtain a forklift operator’s certificate. Additionally, they must own a full complement of hand tools
- The candidates should demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service
- The candidates should possess strong time management and organizational skills
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to repair all Transit-owned vehicles, including diesel and gasoline engines, brakes, transmissions, and tires
- The candidates should be able to perform minor body and glass repairs as needed and able to operate computerized diagnostic equipment, including a printer, and conduct road tests to determine vehicle repairs required
- The candidates should be able to transport vehicles to/from outside repair facilities, streets, and roads and able to perform daily running repairs and scheduled maintenance inspections and able to perform service calls, repairing vehicles on-site as needed to transport to the garage
- The candidates should be able to operate cutting and welding equipment as needed and be familiar with air systems, hydraulic systems (transmissions, fluid fans)
- The candidates should be able to diagnose and repair hydraulic equipment on transit vehicles; check, repair, and replace pumps, valves, oil, and related parts
- The candidates should be able to clean vehicle body and engines to facilitate repairs and install decals, mats, safety and first aid equipment
- The candidates should be able to prepare a list of required repair parts for the foreman and able to modify or fabricate equipment according to user Department specifications
- The candidates should be able to complete paperwork,such as individual time sheets, record of work performed, and inspection certificates
- The candidates should be able to maintain up-to-date knowledge of equipment & procedures by attending training sessions, and reviewing manuals and able to perform preventative maintenance/seasonal overhauls on all vehicles
- The candidates should be able to perform semi-annual and annual inspections as per the Ministry of Transportation Motor Vehicle Inspection Station Guidelines
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 and reference number) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!