Engineering Technologist

at  Toronto Transit Commission

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 9791
Number of Vacancies: 2
Department: Bus Maintenance & Shops (20000505) - Technical Support Services (30000151)
Salary Information: $95,076.80 - $118,872.00
Pay Scale Group: Level 8
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 40 Off Days: Saturday, Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: July 22, 2024
Last Day to Apply: July 28, 2024
Reports to: Senior Engineer, Electrical
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America’s third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC’s vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTC’s recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing “a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy.”

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for Engineering Technologists for the Technical Support Services section in the Bus Maintenance and Shops Department!

WHAT SKILLS DO YOU BRING?

• Apply analytical skills
• Audit systems, processes, and products
• Use office technology, software and applications
• Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
• Gather information and conduct research
• Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
• Communicate in a variety of mediums

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO YOU BRING?

• Your education will consist of completion of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in a related discipline or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
• OACETT certification as an Engineering Technologist is considered an asset.
• Possession of a valid Truck & Coach Technician Certificate (310-T) is considered an asset.
• Sound knowledge of automotive engineering design principles and maintenance practices utilized in modern vehicles and transit fleets.
• Detailed knowledge in installed accessory transit bus systems such as destination signage, surveillance cameras, stop announcement systems, passenger counting systems, communication systems, GPS systems and wireless data transfer systems, as well as knowledge in transit bus control systems, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, mechanical and air conditioning systems, door systems and hybrid electric propulsion systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the latest diagnostic technologies and be able to diagnose and correct failures in any systems and components utilized on automotive powered transit vehicles, trucks, automobiles and related shop equipment.
• Must have a valid, non-probationary, Province of Ontario, class “G” driver’s license and will be required to use own vehicle in order to travel to various work locations or attend meetings with suppliers, etc. May be required to upgrade to a “CZ” driver’s license.
• The successful candidate may be required to attend and successfully complete training programs for Direct Current Fundamentals, Automotive Circuits and/or obtain alternate fuel system technology licenses.

• The Engineering Technologist will provide technical support and expertise to those involved in the procurement, inspections, diagnoses & repairs, overhaul, rebuilding, and support all operating systems associated with the area
• The incumbent will conduct operational tests, quality inspections, technical problem solving and quality assurance activities.
• You will diagnose, correct and eliminate non-routine complex failures on area specific systems; investigate and correct unusual, difficult or repeating problems on equipment; correct deficiencies with work methods, job plans, procedures, modifications etc.
• Diagnose and coordinate repairs on equipment, systems or structures; ensure stabilization of failures and determines the cause; ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards; suggest solutions or modifications; provide direction as required.
• Ensure equipment, systems or structures are fully operational by coordinating and/or performing relevant checks, and other relevant inspections; develop and/or modify tests under direction, ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards
• Prepare various written reports, test reports, modification instructions, repair and diagnosis techniques, and analyses (e.g., cost, life cycle, and commonality) as well as general, technical and occasionally budgetary correspondence related to assignments.