Mechanic (310T Truck and Coach Technician) – 3 Vacancies

Position Type:

Regular Full Time (RFT)

Closing Date:

December 31, 2026

Salary/Wage Range:

$40.23 - $42.33

Union:

CUPE Local 2723

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Type of Vacancy
Existing Vacancy

Hours of Work

40 hours per week

Department

Transit

Location
This position is required to work in person at 3332 Harvester Road, Burlington. Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands.

Position Overview
This 310T Truck and Coach Mechanic position is responsible for carrying out all repairs and maintenance on a variety of vehicles, including urban transit coaches, specialized fleet, and support vehicles in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with approved policies. This position will report to the Manager of Transit Maintenance. A Mechanic – 310T Truck and Coach Technician inspects, repairs and maintains commercial trucks, emergency vehicles, buses, and road transport vehicles by performing work on structural, mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems. Specifically, a Truck and Coach Technician inspects, repairs and maintains:

• electrical and electronic systems
• engines including fuel, exhaust, intake, and emission controls
• transmissions, clutches, drive shafts, and axles
• body and trim, frames and hitching/coupling systems
• steering, suspension, and computer control systems
• tires, wheels, and hubs
• braking systems including air supply and hydraulic, heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and refrigeration systems

Responsibilities

This 310T Truck and Coach mechanic position is responsible for performing all aspects of maintenance and repairs, including MTO inspections. The Mechanic must provide a complete set of hand tools and toolbox.

Requirements

You must have a valid Class G driver’s licence with an acceptable driver’s abstract (no more than three (3) driving related convictions or an accumulation of no more than three (3) demerit points in the previous three (3) years prior to the date of hire), and/or no administrative driver license (ADLS) suspensions.

You must also possess a valid 310T Truck and Coach Mechanics Certificate. You will also need to have the ability in acquiring an Ontario “C” or “B” driver’s licence with “Z” air brake endorsement. In addition, you must provide (possess) a complete set of hand tools and toolbox.

You must be competent in the use of diagnostic tools and can interpret wiring schematics. You can effectively follow written and verbal directions and must be able to submit accurate/legible reports. In addition, you must demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Previous experience in repair and diagnoses of transit coaches, H.V.A.C. systems, electrical multiplex wiring, vehicle computer systems, fuel systems, auxiliary heating systems, ABS brake systems, engines, transmissions and hydraulics systems, welding and fabrication would be an asset.

You will be required to work shifts, including days, afternoons, and weekends.

Accommodations

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at: [email protected] if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Note to Applicants:

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.