Vehicle Technician - Metro Vancouver Regional District, Canada - BC Rapid Transit Co. Ltd
Description
Marketing Statement:
Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years.
British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey.
With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully-automated rapid transit systems in the world.
Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance.
When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more.
Come explore what makes us one of BC's Top Employers
Responsibilities:
OVERALL PURPOSE:
The Vehicle Technician is responsible for operation, maintenance and repair of rail-bound SkyTrain vehicles' mechanical, electrical and electronic systems.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Works independently or under the direction of the Vehicle Supervisor or leadhand to accomplish scheduled or unscheduled maintenance of SkyTrain vehicles, and shop equipment.
Interprets maintenance manuals, blueprints, schematic and drawings, and prepares sketches or schematics to communicate with others in performance of work.
Performs tests and provides reports as required.
Accounts for all time and materials used in performance of the maintenance effort.
Operates SkyTrain vehicles and support vehicles including, but not limited to, forklifts and pusher units.
Repairs and operates shop equipment and machining tools.
Operates motor vehicle (4 wheel-drive/standard transmission) with valid BC driver's license.
Provides instruction and direction to junior staff, apprentices and/or servicepersons as required and assumes responsibility for work carried out under this direction.
Configures and hostles trains and ensures that trains entering passenger service are serviceable.
Completes assigned tasks to Company or industry standards using approved work practices and procedures.
Attends technical and safety training programs to continually upgrade skills.
Handles emergencies and failures in accordance with established procedures through immediate response and quick action.
Performs related duties as assigned, such being items of a minor nature which do not affect the value of the job.
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
As per WorkSafeBC regulations, this job requires an annual fit test and may necessitate the use of a respirator. In either case, the employee must be clean shaven. Any exemption requests should be raised to Occupational Health and/or Labour Relations for consideration.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Grade 12 or equivalent;
Red Seal Certification in one of the following trades; Heavy Duty Mechanic, Automotive Mechanic, Commercial Transport Mechanic, Industrial Electrician.
The following trades; AME-M, AME-E, Electrical Technologist, Mechanical Technologist, Electronics Technologist or Electronics Technician may also be considered.
Minimum of five (5) years' experience having been certified in one of the above Trades over the last 6 years.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a maintenance team.
Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License.
Other Information:
Recruitment Process:
An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process.
A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.Work Schedule:
40 hours per week.
This is a full-time temporary position with an expected end date of November 16, 2024.
Rate of Pay:
Wage:
$57.95 per hour
The Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan upon eligibility. Focus on y
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