Mechanic, Transit

Job Summary

Do you want to help move people across the city? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? MiWay is looking for enthusiastic individuals with a passion for to perform quality mechanical and electrical repairs on transit buses and non-revenue fleet vehicle. If that’s you, then come on board! Help the public get where they need to be, by becoming a Transit Mechanic with MiWay.

Why Work for MiWay?

• Start with MiWay as a Full-Time Permanent
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits package with pension (OMERS Retirement Savings Plan);
• Starting Rate: $48.59 Per hour + Additional pay:
• Sunday Shift Premium
• Afternoons Shift Premium
• Night Shift Premium
• Tool Allowance
• And much more..

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repairs to ensure vehicles are safe for our customers
• Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle and equipment repair, including the repair of brakes suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches, and other repairs accurately.
• Ensure work orders are completed properly and accurately. Maintain records of all maintenance work completed, including parts and supplies used.
• Complete preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections as per NSC11B, and semi-annual maintenance inspections.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to the Transit fleet as set forth by the policy of the Fleet Maintenance Section
• in the use of lap top computers to diagnose electrical and electronic system faults
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit
• Repair or replace mechanical units or components using hand and power tools
• Test and adjust units to specifications for proper performance
• Complete reports to record problems and work performed.
• Work independently with minimum supervision
• Undertake road call diagnosis and repair 
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications

• The successful candidate must hold a valid - Truck and Coach Technician (310T) certificate and maintain it in good standing, demonstrating expertise in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical issues.
• Must have a valid G Driver’s License; D or C Ontario Driver’s License with a “Z” endorsement is preferred with a Driving Abstract acceptable to the city.
• A preferred asset would be a current Ontario Government Certificate of Qualifications Automotive Service Technician (310S) as well.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, afternoons, days, and stat holidays with various off days 
• Additional Skills
• Experience with electronic multiplexed Heavy Duty diesel engine and automatic transmission vehicles is preferred
• Ability and willingness to stay current with new technologies and equipment to perform bus repairs
• Additional courses in the mechanic’s trade will be an asset
• Familiarity with computerized work orders preferred
• Knowledge of the O.H. & S. Act and Regulations, including WHMIS, and the Ministry of Transportation Highway Traffic Act is preferred
• Working experience in a Unionized environment is an asset 
• Must be able to read electrical schematics
• Must have experience Must be proficient in the use of electronic diagnostic readers
• Must be able to able to meet reasonable time expectancy in performing assigned duties
• Provide all necessary hand tools and personal protective equipment to perform the necessary repairs