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JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager, Rail Systems, the Engineer, Vehicle Systems is responsible to monitor, measure, audit and review the performance of the vehicle maintenance systems; manage the production of quality metrics to measure the soundness of the vehicle system engineering processes; provide a single point of contact for all technical issues and concerns regarding the vehicle fleets; track, trend, and analyse fleet reliability issues for new and existing fleets; oversee and provide direction and comments to fleet expansions; complete technical analysis of rail system failure modes; review and monitor operational requirements; and lead rail capital improvement projects.
 

In addition, the incumbent will provide technical support and design input during the procurement specification and tender phase of new orders; be responsible for the technical review of design submissions and responses to the RFIs; assist with the tracking and monitoring of vehicle quality issues during the vehicle procurement and maintenance phases; assist with investigations, root cause analysis, and technical reporting writing; assist with investigations in relation to systems operations and interrelated track and signal infrastructure issues; complete root cause analyses for system or sub-system failures/issues; manage the development and delivery of vehicle lifecycle & safety programs; and provide support to Transit Operations during major operational events.
 

The incumbent will also participate on technical committees and lead project teams to provide engineering expertise to discuss and resolve issues on projects internal and external to the department that may impact the operational requirements of the Transit Services Department

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Four (4) year Bachelor of Applied Science or Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
 

Seven (7) years experience in rail vehicle fleet engineering, maintenance and operation, testing and commissioning, overhaul planning, life cycle planning, and reliability improvement programs for new and existing fleets and experience transit and rail control/power control systems, railway integrated control systems and systems integration
 

Knowledge of rail systems including track, power systems, and signaling systems would be an asset

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• A working knowledge of passenger railroad / transit operations railway industry procedures and practices
• Urban transit vehicles and their mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic subsystems
• A railway specific discipline such as track, track bed, civil and structures, power, signaling, telecommunications
• Development lifecycle and lifecycle products
• Knowledge of the structure and technology of the City of Ottawa railways
• Systems architecture/interface modeling
• Behavioural/operational concept/RAMS modeling
• Life cost modeling
• Risk assessment (both technical and project)
• Project management techniques and practices associated with the planning, documentation and monitoring of systems engineering activities
• Architecture modeling tools and/or model-based systems engineering tools
• Operational modeling and capacity planning including use of application software
• Systems engineering and technical assurance
• RAMS analysis including use of application software
•  Engineering Safety Management
• Electro Magnetic Compatibility
• Risk identification analysis and mitigation
• Rail operations and planning, assurance, systems engineering, RAMS, Engineering Safety Management, procurement and transaction advice, and development and feasibility studies
• Must possess the training, experience and knowledge to organize the work and its performance
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers 
• Conversant with railway design safety principles HSE/HMRI, railway safety standards
•  Familiar with AREMA standards, Transport Canada standards and mass transit APTA  
• Be conversant with the requirements of EN 50216 RAMS Railway Applications including

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Project lifecycle management from a Systems Engineering perspective
• Can apply 'Systems Thinking' to problems at technical, project and enterprise levels
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate at all levels in the spoken and written word
• Self-motivated and the ability to work under pressure are vital
• Good team player and decision maker
• Excellent analytical, teaming and communication skills and be able to effectively relate to all staff and client team members within a team-based, matrix environment 
• Excellent written and spoken English, including advanced verbal reasoning and the ability to write effective reports
• Developing and delivering presentations
• Microsoft Office applications and applications associated with Systems Engineering
• Ability to influence and persuade others to consider other possibilities
• Guiding and mentoring others to deliver work
• Engagement & liaison with both external and internal clients and project engineering teams
• Work independently, with minimal direction, and collaboratively with all staff as part of a team
• Possess organizational skills and flexibility to plan, initiate, organize and prioritize own work, and deal effectively with multiple demands, conflicting priorities, pressures and deadlines
• Able to manage concurrent projects and bring projects to completion on time and within budget
• Able to foster trust and cooperation to coordinate activities between technical staff, consultants, contractors 
• Able to identify and analyze and recommend solutions to issues and problems pertaining to assigned projects to mitigate loss/project downtime
• Able to prepare RFQ’s and RFP’s, review, analyze and recommend acceptance of proposals
• Able to carry out inspections to resolve project on-site problems and accept/reject contractors’ work
• Able to perform data analysis, formulate recommendations, and create and maintain reports 
• Ability to read drawings from existing records or for proposed works

Under supervision of the Supervisor X, this position maintains and repairs a variety of vehicles and equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Reviews work orders, carries out repairs and preventative maintenance on a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Inspects vehicles and equipment, including road tests where necessary, and tests various systems and components to determine specific problems.
• Adjusts, repairs and replaces parts and components of vehicles and equipment using hand tools and other specialized equipment.
• Tests and adjusts repaired systems to manufacturer's performance specifications.
• Performs a variety of preventative maintenance and safety inspections, such as SGI inspections, to meet regulatory requirements.
• Diagnoses and repairs a variety of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems and associated components.
• Performs minor fabrication and welding duties as required.
• Completes required documentation such as inspection forms, service reports, etc.
• Supports and promotes the health and safety of employees and the general public in accordance with the Saskatchewan Employment Act, Saskatchewan Health Regulations and Standards, Occupational Health & Safety Regulations and the City of Saskatoon’s administrative Occupational Health & Safety policies and departmental procedures.  Maintains and monitors programs which affect public and employee health and safety.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements: 

• Grade 12 education.
• Possession of a valid provincial or inter-provincial Journeyperson designation in Automotive, Truck and Transport, or Heavy Duty mechanics. Possession of a recognized Apprenticeship Certificate is preferred.
• Five years of Journeyperson experience with vehicles, large equipment and heavy-duty truck repairs.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 3A Driver's Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Possession of WHMIS training certificate, training provided upon hire.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: 

• Considerable knowledge of the operation and use of current test equipment.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Knowledge of electronic engines, transmissions, hydraulics, air/hydraulic brakes and other on-board vehicle systems.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, individually or as a team member.
• Ability to comprehend technical service manuals and bulletins.
• Ability to process and complete all required forms and reports.
• Demonstrated skills in welding and fabrication.
• Skill in the operation of a computer.
   

Additional Requirements

This position develops communication strategies that support City of Saskatoon strategic goals and objectives. The position also monitors internal and external media relations procedures and processes to ensure consistency, timely and accurate release of information to the media and public and supports issues and crisis communication

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Develops, manages, implements, and evaluates long and short-term communication, marketing, and related media relations strategies for assigned civic departments and divisions.
2. Acts as a consultant to departmental management and other representatives to identify and resolve public and internal communications and related media issues for assigned projects.
3. Identifies emerging issues and develops and implements effective and timely communication strategies.Plans and directs special events, news conferences, and related programs for the public, employees, media, other orders of government, and other stakeholders.
4. Creates media advisories and provides support to the department for the development news releases or public service announcements as needed.
5. Manages day-to-day media inquiries for the City of Saskatoon including prioritizing and coordinating incoming media requests, directing to appropriate media spokesperson, and assisting with preparing responses. Troubleshoots and problem solves media and communication related issues and escalates as necessary.
6. Tracks media inquiries and attendance, monitors media coverage and assists in the preparation of an annual report on media tracking and coverage.
7. Manages and updates relevant resources for use in the development of news releases, public service announcements and advisories.
8. Provides support to the Media Relations Manager for media relations on matters that are confidential and are of a sensitive nature.
9. Participates in the coordination of crisis communications.
10. Acts as the Media Relations Manager as required.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements

• Degree in marketing, public relations, communications, journalism or a related field, Or an equivalent related diploma combined with years of experience.
• Four to six years’ related experience in journalism or a public relations/communications role including progressive experience in strategic communications. A combination of work experience as a journalist within a corporate and/or government work environment would be considered an asset.
• Membership, or eligibility for membership, in the Canadian Public Relations Society or the International Association of Business Communicators, accreditation preferred.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and decision-making for media, issues or crisis communications under strict time constraints or while managing competing priorities.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships within the organization and media.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Skill in the use of a smart phone and computer using word-processing and social media programs and software.

Additional Requirements

Must be available to be on-call.

Reports to the Senior Transportation Engineer. This position performs professional engineering duties involving various aspects of transportation planning and engineering.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collects, compiles, analyses, and manages traffic data to complete engineering assessments, plan and design the operation of traffic control systems, and develop traffic calming devices.
• Utilizes traffic analyses software for intersection analysis, traffic simulation, and network optimization.
• Conducts level-of-service/capacity analysis and warrant calculations to ensure adherence to standards, bylaws and policies.
• Prepares roadway, intersection and corridor functional planning studies.
• Develops and maintains neighbourhood traffic plans.
• Provide transportation engineering services within the Transportation Division, to other civic departments, general public, external agencies and land developers.
• Represents the Transportation Division on planning, design, and construction projects led by other civic departments, external agencies and land developers.
• Provides engineering support to the Senior Transportation Engineer and the Engineering Manager.
• Assists in developing and maintaining engineering design geometric standards, and developing and maintaining transportation planning and engineering policies, bylaws, and guidelines.
• Assists in completing transportation engineering reviews of development applications, subdivision design and other submittals to the Transportation Division as required.
• Assists in the planning, design, monitoring, operation and maintenance of active transportation facilities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
   

Qualifications

• Degree in civil engineering.
• Four to six years’ progressively responsible professional engineering experience in transportation.
• Registration or eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Considerable knowledge of traffic engineering principles in an urban environment.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, budgeting and financial procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, including the ability to prepare and present complex technical reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with civic staff, civic officials, representatives of other agencies and the public.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills.
   

Additional Requirements

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, the successful candidate must be able to perform various mechanical, electrical and diagnotic repairs on our diverse fleet of City vehicles and equipment. The City hires Apprentices who will be paid a percentage of the rate paid to Service Technician/Welders depending on level of Apprenticeship.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The successful applicant must be able to perform a variety of preventative maintenance and diversified repairs on the corporate fleet.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to the corporate fleet as set forth by the policy of the Fleet Maintenance Section.
• Complete work assigned on work orders in a timely manner with mandatory consultation with the Supervisor on all items of concern.
• Competently read electrical schematics and use computers to diagnose electrical and electronic system faults.
• Work independently with minimum supervision.
• Must be skilled in the use of all tools and equipment related to the trade.
• Must provide all necessary hand tools to perform required fleet repairs.
• Must stay current with new technologies and equipment to perform repairs
• The successful applicant will be placed on a call-out list and must be willing and available to return to work after normal working hours if called upon.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education along with valid Certificates of Qualification as a Truck & Coach Technician(310T), and Automotive Service Technician (310S) trade licenses from the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities.
• Technicians holding both 310T and 310S licenses will be remunerated as a Service Technician/Welder as per the collective agreement.
• Technicians holding a 310T will be considered as an Apprentice and remunerated as an Apprentice as per the collective agreement until the 310S is attained.
• Technicians holding a 310S will be considered as an Apprentice and remunerated as an Apprentice as per the collective agreement until the 310T is attained.
• Five (5) years experience actively pursuing the trade as a Licensed Mechanic with four (4) years experience working in a repair facility performing fleet maintenance on a wide variety of diversified off road equipment, light, medium and heavy duty commercial licensed vehicles.
• Additional courses in the mechanic's trade will be an asset.
• Experience in gas and electric (Arc and Mig) welding.
• Familiarity with computerized work orders and time logging.
• Must be able to read electrical schematics and have experience in the use of computers to diagnose electrical and electronic system faults.
• Must be able to work on the corporate fleet under inclement weather conditions from time to time.
• Knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, WHMIS and hazardous goods, and the Ministry of Transportation Highway Traffic Act.
• Natural Gas certificate ICE-NG is an asset.
• Must act with integrity and demonstrate sound moral and ethical principles.
• Accepts and follows directions from others; complies with requests and respects authority.
• Utilizes feedback in a positive and constructive manner.
• Exceptional customer service and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively deal with staff and clients.
• Ability to exercise critical thinking, independent judgement and make sound decisions including solving complex problems.
• Promote and contribute to a supportive team environment.
• Excellent time management skills to effectively prioritize and organize work.
• Strives for continuous improvement through innovation and enhancement of processes.
• Must possess and be able to maintain a valid Province of Ontario, Class 'G' Driver's License, with a driving record in good standing and acceptable to the City. Class D with Z endorsement preferred, or have the ability to attain a DZ license. A Driver's abstract will be required.