Maintenance Vehicle Technician

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars. Could you be the full-time Maintenance Vehicle Technician in Ottawa, ON we’re looking for?

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This job posting represents an existing vacancy.

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Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• To maintain the Vehicle, in line with specified Quality procedures. This will require manual work and sometimes working on powered up trains in a safe and controlled manner.
• To carry out such work in accordance with strict Health & Safety procedures as lay down by legislation and the Company Health & Safety policies.
• To carry out Daily inspection of the Fleet.
• To carry out train preparation, all levels of examination and work arising involving the use of onboard computerized equipment/working manuals, Preventive Maintenance exams, Shunting
• To exchange or repair some of the asset of the Vehicle
• To undertake other duties related to the environment of the Vehicle or of Work as specified by the Vehicle Supervisor and / or Vehicle Planner in a safe manner
• In case of Accident of Major failure, to participate to the rescue operations of the vehicle.
• To report activities (work orders / inspections) through a computerized maintenance management system CMMS
• To supervise and/or follow any sub contract activities.
• To adhere to Company procedures especially in relation to Quality and Health & Safety.
• To attend regular team briefings/meetings
• To read reports and manuals as and when required.
• To report accidents/incidents.
• To drive company vehicles when required and to obtain a Non-Revenue Vehicle license
• To respect, clean and maintain his work environment.
• Could be train in some additional scope of work (overhaul / software update /asset repairs) during the life of the contract
• Could be requested to operate the truing machine

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• 2+ years’ experience as maintenance technician, or certifed automotive technician
• Educational background in mechanical, electrical or electromechanical
• Knowledge of Rail / Vehicle environment is preferable
• Working knowledge of Quality and Health & Safety standards
• Ability to Coach Others. Occasionally has to share skills/information to others
• Work at height will be required
• Work during night/weekend/Holidays will be required

Planning & Organising. Prioritises day-to-day workload

Flexible and Adaptable. Can adapt to new ideas

Conscientious. Meets proposed deadlines

Detail Conscious. Ability to consistently produce accurate factual & detailed information

Team Player. Supports team members and works well within a team environment

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Work with new security standards for rail signalling
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

Compensation

The expected compensation for this role is $ per hour, plus benefits.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

We do not use artificial intelligence in the recruiting process for this role

Interview Process & Candidate Communication

Candidates who participate in an interview for this role will be informed of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview date.

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow’s mobility. That’s why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

Accessibility & Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment process. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

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