Multi-Service Vehicle Mechanic
Ontario Transit Group View all jobs
- Toronto, ON
- Training
- Full-time
- A six-kilometer tunnel and associated tunnelling works from Exhibition to Don Yard portal (west of the Don River).
- Stations:
- One above-ground station to be integrated with the existing GO Transit Exhibition Station.
- Two underground stations to be integrated with the existing TTC Osgoode and Queen subway stations.
- Four new underground stations (King/Bathurst, Queen/Spadina, Moss Park, Corktown).
- Improve the quality of life for commuters by reducing daily travel time.
- Reduce crowding on the existing Line 1 (Yonge-University) subway.
- Up to 57,000 more jobs accessible by transit (in 45 minutes or less) for Toronto residents.
- Economic and community growth along the future transit line and thousands of job opportunities annually during construction.
- Reduction in traffic congestion, greenhouse gases, and fuel consumption by providing an alternative transportation option.
- Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair MSV mechanical systems, including engines, power units, steering systems, transmission assemblies, and drivetrain components.
- Maintain and service hydraulic, pneumatic, compressed‑air, and electrical systems found in MSV equipment.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, lubrication, adjustments, and component replacements to ensure equipment reliability in continuous tunnelling operations.
- Diagnose faults using mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical testing tools; interpret error indications and technical manuals.
- Support MSV operators with troubleshooting, equipment configuration, and resolving operational performance issues.
- Document repairs, service reports, and parts usage following maintenance protocols.
- Conduct pre‑use and post‑use inspections on MSVs, checking braking systems, safety interlocks, steering modules, wheel/bogey assemblies, and load‑bearing components.
- Ensure MSVs remain compliant with tunnelling safety regulations, ventilation requirements, and confined‑space operational rules.
- Assist with MSV trailer coupling/uncoupling, shunting, alignment, and setup activities during transport shifts.
- Coordinate with TBM logistics teams to ensure vehicle availability and reliability for continuous transport cycles.
- Follow Ontario OHSA tunnel‑specific safety procedures, air/gas monitoring guidelines, emergency response expectations, and underground hazard controls.
- Maintain tidy and safe underground work areas, including equipment bays, maintenance stations, and tunnel access routes.
- Completion of a 3–4‑year apprenticeship program in industrial mechanic/millwrighting or 5+ years of experience in industrial machinery repair with industry training courses.
- Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) trade certification (voluntary but preferred in Ontario).
- Additional mechanical or electrical equipment certifications considered an asset.
- Strong knowledge of MSV components and systems, including power units, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, transmission/drives, chassis, and bogeys/wheel modules.
- Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and equipment specifications.
- Skilled in diagnostics, mechanical troubleshooting, and heavy‑equipment repair.
- Familiarity with underground and tunnelling operations, confined‑space work, and ventilation‑dependent environments.
- Understanding of underground rescue procedures, emergency protocols, and air‑monitoring principles (asset but often required).
- Ability to work underground in confined spaces, elevated noise, dust, and variable temperatures.
- Physically capable of lifting, climbing, crawling, and performing repairs in restricted spaces.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with operators and tunnel crews.
- This is a unionized role; therefore, the salary will be the according to the Schedule and Group per the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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