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Mechanic

City of Brampton

  • Post Date: April 10, 2023

  • Application Deadline: April 21, 2023

Reporting to the Foreperson, Vehicle Maintenance, rebuilds/repairs all Transit vehicles and equipment to ensure safe operation.
 Repairs all Transit owned vehicles including, diesel and gasoline engines, brakes, transmissions, tires, etc. Performs minor body and glass repairs as needed.
 Operates computerized diagnostic equipment including printer and conducts road tests to determine vehicle repairs required. Transports vehicles to/from outside repair facilities, streets and roads, etc.
 Performs daily running repairs and scheduled maintenance inspections.
 Performs service calls, repairing vehicles on-site as needed to transport to garage.
 Operates cutting and welding equipment as needed.
 Familiar with air systems, hydraulic systems (transmissions, fluid fans).
 Diagnoses and repairs hydraulic equipment on transit vehicles; checks, repairs, and replaces pumps, valves, oil and related parts.
 Cleans vehicle body and engines to facilitate repairs. Installs decals, mats, safety and first aid equipment, etc.
 Prepares list of required repair parts for the foreman.
 Modifies or fabricates equipment according to user Department specifications.
 Completes paperwork, e.g. individual time sheets, record of work performed, inspection certificates, etc.
 Maintains up-to-date knowledge of equipment & procedures. Attends training sessions, reviews manuals, etc.
 Performs preventative maintenance/seasonal overhauls on all vehicles.
 Performs semi annual and annual inspections as per the Ministry of Transportation Motor Vehicle Inspection Station Guidelines.
 Performs other similar and related duties to this position, as assigned.

Mechanic