Technicians

Switzer-Carty is the fastest growing privately held school bus company in Ontario and more importantly, the highest regarded school bus company for its superior customer service and how it treats its valued employees.

Our branches in Ottawa are under the Roxborough Bus Lines and 417 Bus Line banners and hire LICENSED TRUCK & COACH TECHNICIAN (Trade Code 310T) or APPRENTICES for our Alexandria, Avonmore, Casselman, and Greely locations.

The positions are full-time with no night shifts, no shift work and weekends off so you can enjoy more time with your family!

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Diagnose malfunctions and perform vehicle repairs, including : braking systems, drive trains, suspensions, power steering units, clutches, transmissions and oil, temperature control, gas regulating components, electrical, etc.

Identifies and reports any additional maintenance and / or repairs found necessary in conducting assigned repairs and maintenance to technicians with a higher qualification level (if necessary).

Test-drive vehicles to ensure repairs resolved the problem.

Arrange for and obtain appropriate inspections and approval of all major repairs before the vehicle is released from the maintenance facility.

Records work hours, parts used and repairs and / or maintenance conducted, on appropriate internal forms.

Maintains a safe and clean, productive and efficient work area.

Related assigned duties within qualification level, in accordance with all relevant guidelines and requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Good mechanical aptitude

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Strong work ethic with an ability to work as part of a team and in harmony with others

3+ years of experience on bus / coach fleet equipment and related vehicles

Ability to troubleshoot while handling on road service calls

Salary commensurate with experience.