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Our Bus Fleet Maintenance Office is seeking Mechanic 310T  (Coach Technician ) on contract and on permanent basis to diagnose, repair and inspect buses. Coach Technicians must be flexible to work in either of our A facilities including Streetsville and Oshawa Bus Garages.

What will I be doing?

• Carrying out the diagnosis of bus systems.
• Implementing replacement, adjustments or repairs to defective parts and components; and conducting quality control checks. 
• Perform Ministry of Transportation (MTO) required inspections as functions of the preventative maintenance program/commissioning process.

Benefits:

• Yearly Tool Allowance - $968 per year (Paid in the first quarter of each year).
• Employee paid health, dental & vision benefits - Total annual value of $2,173 per year with additional LTD   benefits of $2,590 per year.
• OMERS Pension match of $8,045 at the base pay of $39.23
• Comprehensive training on equipment 

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Must possess and maintain certification as a Truck and Coach Technician, 310T designation, Interprovincial/Provincial Status. 
• Minimum one (1) year of experience as a Truck and Coach Technician - 310T designation in a transit /highway bus or similar heavy-duty repair environment.
• Detailed knowledge of heavy transit and highway bus maintenance/repair, manufacturers’ specifications/schematics, MTO specifications/requirements pertaining to legislated bus inspection requirements, and state of the art transit/mechanical technology. 
• Must have a valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence.  Must meet corporate standard for a good driving record and have the ability to obtain and maintain a Class “C” driver's licence and “Z” endorsement. 
• Must be able to obtain Ozone Depletion Card. 
• Must successfully complete bus related technical courses such as air conditioning, electrical and brakes, as well as other environmental and safety training as required by corporate policy.

Available Shifts:

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?

If you’re excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply.  You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.

Accommodation:

We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment.   We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: 416-202-5601 or email [email protected].

Application Process:

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as Other trades certificate or diploma or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 2 to less than 3 years
Area of specialization: Body components, doors and frame, frame straightening, front end components, interior components, metal cutting, paint spraying, underbody components, unibody machine, welding 
Own tools/equipment: Tools, steel-toed safety boots
Credentials: Motor Vehicle Body Repairer Trade Certification, Motor Vehicle Body Repairer Red Seal Endorsement, Auto Body Repairer Trade Certification
Security and safety: Driving record check (abstract)

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should be comfortable working in dusty environments, able to work in noisy surroundings, and tolerant of various odors present in the work environment
• The candidates should be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and be physically capable of handling demanding tasks
• The candidates should maintain attention to detail in their work and be comfortable with bending, crouching, and kneeling as required by the job

Other Requirements:

• • The candidates should demonstrate accuracy in their work and prioritize client satisfaction, maintaining a client-focused approach

• The candidates should exhibit dependability in fulfilling job responsibilities and display flexibility in adapting to changing circumstances
• The candidates should show initiative in taking on new tasks and challenges and exercise good judgment in decision-making
• The candidates should be reliable in meeting job expectations and be team players, capable of collaborating effectively with others

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• • The candidates should be able to demonstrate professionalism in customer service and review damage reports and estimates of repair costs to plan work to be performed
  • The candidates should be able to clean and maintain the workspace, instruct apprentices, and replace front-end components, body components, doors, frame, and underbody components
  • The candidates should be able to file, grind, and sand body surfaces to be repaired, mask and tape auto body surfaces in preparation for painting, and hammer out dents, buckles, and defects using blocks and hammers
  • The candidates should be able to remove damaged fenders, panels, and grills and bolt or weld replacement parts into place, apply primers and repaint surfaces, and repair or replace interior components
  • The candidates should be able to repair or replace damaged windows, windshields, and sunroofs, inspect repaired vehicles, and test drive vehicles for proper handling

• The candidates should be able to mix paint, blend, and match colors, operate soldering equipment or use plastic filler to fill holes, dents, and seams, and straighten bent frames using frame and underbody pulling and anchoring 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

By email
[email protected]

In person
164 BLOOR ST E ,
OSHAWA, ON
L1H 3M4
Between 09:00 a.m. and 05:00 p.m

By phone
905-579-5980 Between 09:00 a.m. and 05:00 p.m

By fax
905-579-5981