Truck and Coach Technician - Perth, Canada - Martin's Bus Service

Description

Collaborate with Operations Manager to plan and implement a program of scheduled preventative maintenance for buses and fleet vehicles

• Test drive buses and other fleet vehicles to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly; appropriate driver's license required
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform mechanical repairs on buses and fleet vehicles
• Respond to emergency service calls for stranded buses and other vehicles
• Estimate time, material, and equipment needed for assigned jobs
• Make recommendations to the Manager for ordering and stocking repair parts and supplies
• Maintain the shop area in a clean, orderly and safe condition
• Maintain maintenance and repair records for the vehicles in the fleet
• Perform complete safety inspections as required
• Operate buses and fleet vehicles as required
• Write requisitions, order parts, and ensure parts are received and entered into inventory in a timely manner
• Coach and instruct apprentice mechanics as assigned
• Adhere to WHMIS and Occupational Health & Safety legislative requirements; wear protective equipment at all times in the garage
• Other duties as required

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ year(s) experience as heavy equipment mechanic
• 310T licence
• 310S licence is an asset
• Past experience working on school buses is an asset
• Experience using Microsoft Office and other database programs
• WHMIS certification, First Aid certification and Health & Safety training is an asset

Work Environment

• Garage is located in Perth, ON
• Garage environment; exposure to and working with a variety of chemicals
• Fastpaced environment; may experience frequent interruptions
• Manual dexterity and handeye coordination
• Standing, pushing, pulling, bending, crouching, reaching, laying under vehicles for extended periods
• Ability to lift 100 lbs
• Driving is required
• Overtime may be required to meet business needs

Work Remotely

• No

Please inform us of any accommodations we need to make to ensure a barrier-free recruitment experience.

Accommodations are available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC)and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) at any stage in the recruitment process.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

• 310T Certificate (required)

Work Location:
In person