Supervisor, Vehicle Maintenance

City of Brampton

$102K — $115K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration or related discipline
  • 5 years of Transit/Fleet experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
  • Experience in a unionized environment preferred
  • Knowledge of workplace safety standards and relevant legislation
  • Valid Ontario driver's licence ('G' class) required; ability to obtain 'CZ' class license
  • Valid Trade licences (310T - Truck and Coach) required
  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and maintenance software like 'Fleet Focus' is an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise the Vehicle Maintenance team, providing direction and managing performance
  • Coordinate day-to-day maintenance activities ensuring vehicle functionality
  • Troubleshoot daily operational issues and implement corrective actions
  • Assist in recruiting, orienting, and training new Transit employees
  • Manage financial record keeping and provide budget recommendations
  • Prepare monthly reports on vehicle costs and maintenance efficiency
  • Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Participation in the development of comprehensive training programs
  • Collaboration in a diverse community and workplace
  • Engagement in the recruitment of new staff
  • Access to a supportive management structure for career advancement.
  • Involvement in innovative problem-solving and improvements in operations
Full Job Description
Job Title: Supervisor, Vehicle Maintenance Posting Start Date: 6/25/26 Job Opening Number: 107201 Job Requisition Number: 409 Number of Positions: 1 Job Type: Management and Administration Job Code: Supervisor 6, 35 Department: TRANSIT Division: Transit Operations Hiring Salary Range: $102,784.00 - $115,632.00 per annum Maximum of Salary Range: $128,480.00 per annum Job Grade: 006 Job Status and Duration: Full Time (FT), Regular (R), vacancy Hours of Work: 35 Location: Transit Clark Facility Closing Date: 07/09/2026 Area of responsibility Reporting to the Manager, Transit Maintenance this role provides supervision to vehicle maintenance staff to ensure Transit vehicles are in optimum condition and well-cared for, in order to meet customer service expectations and requirements for health & safety. 1. Supervise the Vehicle Maintenance team Provides oversight, daily direction and performance management to non-unionized and unionizedstaff. Review and implement preventative and proactive maintenance programs to meet MTO guidelines. Ensures proper assignment of daily work duties. Monitors performance to meet business needs and emerging priorities. Ensures staff and external contractors follow Health & Safety regulations and comply with other applicable legislation and standards. Provides performance feedback and support to develop the skills of others. Supervises work of external contractors. 2. Vehicle Maintenance functions Coordinates the day-to-day activities of the maintenance staff to ensure effective and efficient management of vehicle inspection, repair, cleaning and maintenance operation to ensure functionality of the team. Prepare monthly reports, including cost per km tracking on vehicles. Key participant in the maintenance review, which addresses the needs of operational efficiency, corporate culture, division operations and employee performance gaps. Prepare and submit applications for licence and permit renewals. Ensures proper inventory of maintenance supplies are on hand, monitors usage and evaluates product cost-effectiveness and efficiency. Co-ordinates all equipment needs 3. Troubleshoot and Issues management Through the utilization of effective business practices, troubleshoots identified deficiencies and takes corrective action to resolve the day-to-day issues as they occur. Ensures policies and procedures are updated to reflect best practices and business improvements. Makes recommendations for resolve of ongoing issues and escalates concerns with broader impacts, as required. Enforces Transit and Provincial Safety Policies and records infractions. Ensures all staff adhere to all corporate and safety requirements and assists in controlling absenteeism by administering the Corporate Attendance Management Program as required. Deals with the labour relations issues and imposes appropriate disciplinary measures through Step 1 grievance procedure. Develops 'best practices' to harmonize and align with the overall business Transit strategy. 4. Training accountability Assists with the recruitment and orientation of new Transit employees, and participates in development planning for existing staff. Participates in the development and delivery of a comprehensive Orientation program. Works with Manager to develop a training plan and schedule for staff, and ensures delivery of what is needed. 5. Financial duties Responsible for managing associated financial record keeping and controls the day-to-day cost expenditures. Provides assistance to the Senior Supervisor for determining future budget needs. Collects and researches information for budget recommendations and undertakes studies for analysis of manpower and future maintenance equipment that will impact budget expenditures. Create tenders and specifications. Issue requisitions for various products and services and review quotes to recommend purchases. SELECTION CRITERIA: EDUCATION: Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration or related discipline EXPERIENCE: 5 years Transit/Fleet experience with 2 years Supervisory experience; preferably in a unionized environment Experience and working knowledge of motor vehicle maintenance OTHER SKILLS AND ASSETS: Knowledge of workplace safety standards, the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Highway Traffic Act, Employment Standards Act and other applicable legislation Computer proficient in Microsoft Office Maintenance software such as 'Fleet Focus" an asset Good communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills in a diverse community Mandatory Requirements Valid Ontario driver's licence ("G" class) Ability to upgrade driver's licence to "CZ" class Valid Certificates of Qualification - Trade licences (310T - Truck and Coach) Additional Information Interview: Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology. **Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria. As part of the corporation's Modernizing Job Evaluation project, this position will undergo an evaluation which may result in a change to the rate of compensation. Any changes affecting this position will be communicated as information becomes available. If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the apply now button by (07/09/2026) 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.

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