Fleet Technician

Job Title

Fleet Technician

Status

Temporary Full-Time

Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months

8

Type of Position

a Replacement

Start Date

Immediate

Salary

Per hour

Salary Grade

$51.54 - $55.68

Department

York Region -> Public Works -> Transit

Location

TRN - 55 Orlando Ave - 55 Orlando Avenue - Richmond Hill, ON L4B 4W6 CA (Primary)

Job Description (E)

ABOUT US

Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada - and the fastest growing with a population that's expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Consistently named one of Canada's Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace - aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.
 

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We're committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Program Manager, Transit Fleet is responsible for providing technical support to the Transit Branch to ensure that contractors are maintaining transit vehicles and related equipment in accordance with contract specifications and quality standards on a variety of vehicles for Conventional, Mobility Plus, and Bus Rapid Transit, including mechanical inspections and assessment of assigned vehicles and auditing of contractor mechanical work, documentation and legislated certifications. 

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Performs quality assurance checks on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, sub-systems, contractor inspections and body repairs conducted by contractors on a variety of vehicles for Conventional, Mobility Plus and Bus Rapid Transit, to ensure compliance to MTO requirements and OEM mandated maintenance programs to ensure the vehicle is properly maintained.
• Inspects and assesses condition of structural components on vehicles and assists in the preparation of tender documents for repair of equipment.
• Develops preventative maintenance procedures and inspection check sheets for scheduled, legislated and seasonal inspections for vehicle fleet types and develops quality assurance programs to outline the process for measurement, evaluation and tracking sheets, for approval by management.
• Receives and analyzes various reports on a daily, monthly, and annual basis and calculates compliance to performance based contract measures related to fleet items.
• Participates in the research, testing and evaluation of new vehicle products and technologies including emission reduction devices, alternative fuels, fare technology, video surveillance, etc. 
• Responds to major accidents involving transit vehicles, assesses the mechanical fitness and subsequently reviews maintenance documentation of involved transit vehicle.
• Liaises with Contractor management staff to identify and rectify deficiencies including mechanical repairs, lack or improper documentation and report findings to Fleet Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet Branch and Departmental objectives. 

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a two-year Community College Diploma in a technical discipline or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum five (5) years' experience in the repair and maintenance of airbrake equipped transit buses or highway coaches.
• Valid CZ Ontario Driver's license in good standing and reliable vehicle to use on corporate business.
• Valid Ontario Class 310T (Truck and Coach) and must hold Certificate of Qualifications and valid membership in the Ontario College of Trades and Apprentices.
• Comprehensive knowledge of transit equipment including electronic fare boxes, destination signs, communications equipment and GPS technology.
• Familiarity with hybrid and/or electric battery bus systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of and ability to diagnose and correct failures in electrical, electronic and/or mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components utilized on transit vehicles. 
• Knowledge of applicable legislated requirements for operation and maintenance of transit vehicles and infrastructure of maintenance sites (e.g. Provincial Vehicle Safety Certification, Highway Traffic Act, Occupational Health and Safety, Commercial Vehicle Operation Registry, WHMIS, etc.).
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including communication, innovation, teamwork and collaboration, and personal ownership.
• Demonstrated time management/organizational skills to set priorities and meet required deadlines.
• Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications as well as Fleet Maintenance/Record programs and Internet access. 
• Ability to diagnose vehicle malfunctions and identify deficiencies in vehicle components, performance or quality of repair, service or preventative maintenance work performance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with outside contacts.
• Physical stamina and ability to withstand lifting of tools and equipment, sitting, stretching and bending, standing, walking, occasional climbing, and work in all weather conditions including exposure to industrial workplace garage/shop conditions.
• Ability to travel to offsite locations and work outside regular business hours, including weekends and holidays, as required.

Council Approval Date

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Scheduled Shifts

Operational Hours

Close Date

April 15, 2026

# of Hires Needed

1

Union

CUPE Local 4900

Please apply online by 5:00PM EST of the closing date indicated above.

All employment opportunities are recorded on a 24-Hour Career Line and may be accessed by calling 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75508. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, York Region uses email as the primary means of communication with candidates and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. Please ensure your email address is up to date, checked frequently (including your spam folder), and accepts messages from unknown users.

York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity, aiming to build a qualified workforce that reflects the population we serve. Should you require an accommodation under the Human Rights Code during the recruitment and selection process, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email careers@york.ca or call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75506. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request during recruitment processes and throughout employment.

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