Fleet Maintenance Engineer

We acknowledge with respect that BC Transit delivers our mission on the ancestral territories of Indigenous Peoples across British Columbia, and their historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

In Victoria, where our Corporate Office is located, our people are privileged to live and work on the unceded traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən peoples, and the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations.

Location: Victoria, BC

Employment Type: 12 months Full-Time Temporary

Number of in-office/on-site days: 2 days per week

Union: MoveUP

Monthly Salary Range: MOVEUP_12, MIN $7,668.00 - MAX $9,199.00 is available through annual general wage/step increases.

Recruitment Range: MIN $7,668.00 – STEP 3 $8,515

Placement in the salary range is determined by an assessment of knowledge, skills, experience and ability of the candidate to meet the key requirements of the job. In exceptional cases, candidates may be hired above the recruitment range, provided agreement is reached with the Union.

Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 07/12/2026

Are we right for you...

We’re passionate about people and creating sustainable, safe and affordable public transit solutions to residents across BC. We are an organization that has a people-first approach and considers people first in every business decision that we make. We are part of the solution and what we do matters; from fighting climate change with battery electric buses, to affordability through cost effective transportation, to connecting remote communities, we bring the heart, soul and innovation to public transportation.

It’s an exciting time to be in the public transportation sector and we’re looking for a creative and passionate leader to join our team. Not only would you be joining an engaged organization, but you’d also get to enjoy flexible work arrangements, extended benefits and a pension plan as just a few of the benefits BC Transit employees are eligible for. Keep reading to find out if this role is meant for you!

What you'll be doing...

Reporting to the Supervisor, Fleet Maintenance Engineering and Warranty, the Fleet Maintenance Engineer supports the development, implementation, coordination and sustainment of BC Transit’s provincial fleet maintenance program in the areas of fleet maintenance, reliability engineering, fleet technical documentation and fleet innovation.

Please note this is a 12 month Full Time Temporary opportunity.

For additional information about the full accountabilities of this position please review the For additional information about the full accountabilities of this position please review the Fleet Maintenance Engineer Job Description.

What you'll bring to the table...

We value lifelong learners and have found that a mix of any of the following credentials have set people up for success in this role in the past:

• Post secondary degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Related experience in fleet management or the transportation sector
• Knowledge of concepts, practices and techniques of bus mechanics and maintenance
• Planning and coordination skills to manage projects, develop plans and procedures, and coordinate programs
• Communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective internal and external relationships, including all levels of staff, manufacturers, and other industry vendors and contractors
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills to provide technical advice and engineering-related problem resolution
• Knowledge of the environmental impacts on a fleet, from a variety of locations across BC

What we'll bring to the table...

We value and prioritize personal wellness and offer comprehensive benefits to support all the important phases and milestones of your journey:

• Comprehensive medical benefits to support you and your family, regardless of what life throws at you
• Membership in BC’s Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP). Nationally recognized for its strong investment and governance practices, PSPP is a “defined benefit” plan
• Access to fitness and lifestyle centers to help you take care of your physical fitness and health
• Various programs that support employees such as an Employee Assistance Program and health and wellness initiatives and events aimed at fostering your mental health
• A complimentary employee bus pass (plus taxable dependent passes)
• A corporate learning and development program to help you in continuous career growth
• An employee recognition program where we all recognize each other's successes (not just your Leaders!)
• A social club that gives you access to events throughout Victoria

What next steps could look like...

• Interviews will take place week of July 27th, 2026
• There may be an assignment/presentation as part of the interview process.
• The position requires the completion of a Criminal Record Check or Vulnerable Sector Search.
• An eligibility list may be established for future full time regular and full time temporary vacancies
• If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact careers@bctransit.com to let us know how we can assist you.
• BC Transit is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If the organization identifies this position as a reasonable accommodation for an existing employee, all candidates will be notified as soon as reasonably possible.

At BC Transit, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace; if you’re excited about this role and you have a combination of education and experience that you feel would fulfill its requirements, we encourage you to apply. In keeping with this belief, we do not discriminate on any basis. Should you require any accommodation or have questions, please let us know.