Job Title

Lead, Fleet Technician

Status

Permanent Full-Time

Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months

Type of Position

a Replacement

Start Date

immediate

Salary

Per hour

Salary Grade

$52.42 - $56.98

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 THE ROLE

Reporting to the Program Manager, Transit Fleet is responsible for providing assistance, oversite and coordination to fleet procurements including specification development, commissioning, testing and acceptance of new vehicles and licensing of vehicles; also coordinates and assists with the disposition or transfer of Region assets including fleet transfers, tenders for sale and auction of fleet; provide oversite and coordination for the YRT fleet to ensure overall asset management and state of good repair as well as day to day operations, maintenance and contractual oversite with contracted services; will provide general coordination, guidance and direction to assigned staff as required.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
• Provides contractual oversite and direction to contracted services to ensure Regional assets are maintained in the required state of good repair and provide safe and reliable transit service.
• 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 (original equipment manufacturer)mandated maintenance programs to ensure proper vehicle maintenance.
• Inspects and assesses condition of structural components on vehicles and assists in the preparation of tender documents for repair of equipment.
• Assists management with supply/service requirements and provides vehicle/equipment mechanical specifications and updates for tender submissions.
• 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.
• Plans and coordinates the application of tests and test instrumentation.
• 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 management.
• Performs other duties as assigned to meet Branch and Departmental objectives

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
• Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in a technical discipline or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of practical experience with detailed knowledge on the repair and maintenance of 60' articulated and 40' conventional buses, as well as other accessible transit vehicles such as Arboc and Promaster, diesel power engines, air- brake steering and multiplex wiring systems.
• Ability to provide instruction, leadership and work direction to Maintenance Staff and Contractors.
• Ability to investigate and diagnose system failures.
• 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 301S (Automotive) Technicians license 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.
• 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.).

Council Approval Date

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Scheduled Shifts

Operational Hours

40

Close Date

August 31, 2026

# of Hires Needed

1

Union

CUPE Local 4900

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

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