Apprentice Mechanic

JOB TITLE: Apprentice Mechanic

DEPARTMENT: Transit

POSTING NUMBER: 105678

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1

JOB STATUS & DURATION: Full Time Permanent

HOURS OF WORK: 40 hour workweek / shift work / variable hours

LOCATION: Sandalwood Transit Facility

SALARY GRADE: 12

STARTING SALARY: $29.44 per hour

JOB TYPE: Union

POSTING DATE: November 20, 2023

CLOSING DATE: December 4, 2023

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Reports to the Foreperson, Fleet Maintenance, Learning and carrying out the maintenance and repair of all Transit owned vehicles within the Works & Transportation department in accordance with the Apprenticeship Program as set out by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.

• Under general supervision by a licenced mechanic the apprentice:

• Repairs all Transit owned vehicles including, diesel and gasoline engines, brakes, transmissions, tires, etc.

• Performs minor body and glass repairs as needed.

• Transports vehicles to/from outside repair facilities, streets and roads, etc.

• Performs daily running repairs and prepares vehicles for scheduled maintenance inspections.

• Accompanies the mechanic on service calls, repairing vehicles on-site as needed to transport to garage.

• Operates cutting and welding equipment as needed.

• Diagnoses and repairs hydraulic equipment on transit vehicles; checks, repairs, and replaces pumps, valves, oil and related parts.

• Cleans vehicle body and engines to facilitate repairs. Installs decals, mats, safety and first aid equipment, etc.

• Prepares list of required repair parts for the mechanic and/or foreperson.

• Completes paperwork, e.g. individual time sheets, record of work performed, etc.

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of equipment & procedures. Attends training sessions, reviews manuals, etc.

• Performs preventative maintenance/seasonal overhauls on all vehicles.

• Assists with inspections while abiding by the Ministry of Transportation Motor Vehicle Inspection Station Guidelines.

• Performs other similar and related duties to this position, as assigned.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

EDUCATION:

• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent with a solid foundation in Math, English and Science.

• Completion of Level 1 Truck and Coach Apprenticeship program and/or a minimum of one (1) year experience as a Truck and Coach Mechanic Apprentice.

• Registered with Skilled Trades Ontario as an apprentice.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with Transit buses and highway coaches would be an asset.

• Familiarity with Detroit Diesel and Allison Transmission power packages, DDEC, ATEC, Cummins and Voith electronic controls and Cummins and Voith power packages would be considered an asset.

OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS & ASSETS:

• A current class CZ licence in good standing, or the ability to upgrade an existing class G driver’s licence to a class CZ licence.

• A current forklift operator’s certificate, or the ability to obtain a forklift operator’s certificate.

• Must own a full complement of hand tools.

• Able to work shifts and variable hours.

• Able to handle physical demands of the job.

• Able to work outside and in all weather conditions.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service.

• Strong time management and organizational skills.

• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment.

• Able to wear required personal protective equipment and use appropriate safety equipment to complete job tasks in a safe manner.

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

Alternate formats will be provided upon request.

Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online at www.brampton.ca/employment quoting reference #105678 by November 21, 2023 and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate(s) will be required, as a condition of employment, to execute a written employment agreement. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.

As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions. Should you wish to opt out of completing the survey, please select “prefer not to answer” as a response to each question. All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable. The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City may use anonymized data to produce aggregate reports for internal or external use.

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