POSITION: Diesel Mechanic
REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Diesel Shop
DEPARTMENT: Rail Mechanical
LOCATION: North Bay
REFERENCE: 300-94B-26
RATE OF PAY: $39.75 / hour
WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province
of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a
modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable
transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong
connections to the communities we serve. With over 1000 skilled professionals,
we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are
sustainable for future generations. We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along
with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension
plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on
our bus and passenger rail services.
ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:
Diesel Mechanics repair, troubleshoot, adjust, overhaul and maintain locomotives
and equipment according to Ontario Northland and customer specifications.
MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Repairs, dismantles, rebuilds, maintains, installs, adjusts, diagnose and
tests locomotives and shop machinery as well as all diesel or gas powered
engines including internal oil pumps, transmission systems, hydraulic and
pneumatic equipment including braking systems, air compressors, and auxiliary
power units
- Utilizes precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, scales, gauges,
verniers, squares and indicators and all types of testing equipment such as
dynamometer, fuel injection, fluid power equipment, etc.
- Report defects found on Locomotives, APUs and equipment
- Set up and operate different types of machine shop equipment including CNC
equipment used in drilling, milling, turning, and boring.
- Operate equipment such as overhead crane, forklift, elevated work platforms
- Use of all hand and power tools commonly used in the trade as well as
electric and gas welding equipment.
- Follow blueprints, sketches, manufacturer’s patterns, and construction
specifications and can adapt to new methods, processes, materials and
equipment and all other work generally recognized as diesel mechanic’s work.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must hold a valid Certificate of Qualification (Heavy Duty Equipment
Technician - 421A, Truck and Coach Technician – 310T or Automotive Service
Technician – 310S)
- 3 – 5 years’ experience in the trade
- Experience reading, interpreting, and working from blueprints
- Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
- Experience performing maintenance, troubleshooting and inspections on
locomotives and APUs a definite asset
- Basic electrical knowledge
- Possess good interpersonal and communication skills (oral & written)
- Basic computer skills and experience using Windows based applications would
be an asset
- Flexibility to adapt to changing work schedule/shifts
- Experience working in a unionized environment
- Commitment to health and safety
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The successful candidate will need to pass the
following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education
verification.
CLOSING DATE: ongoing until filled. We thank all applicants for their interest;
however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified
individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and
resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number.
At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the
unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite
all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous
peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who
identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.
Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment
in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for
Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of
the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human
Resources.
Les offres d'emploi sont également disponibles en français. Visitez notre site
Web sur les carrières ou appelez le 1-800-363-7512, poste 394 pour plus de
renseignements.
