Engineering Technologist, Streetcar Maintenance - Reliability and Quality Assurance (10447)

City of Toronto; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Engineering Technologists to enhance the reliability and quality assurance of streetcar maintenance. In this dynamic role, you will provide technical support, conduct risk assessments, and coordinate repairs while ensuring compliance with regulations. You will also develop training programs and prepare technical documentation. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to a vital public service while being part of a diverse and inclusive team. If you have a passion for engineering and a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Membership in the TTC defined pension plan

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision package

Support for professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Engineering Technology or equivalent experience.
• Registered with PEO or OACETT is a valuable asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for maintenance and reliability of streetcar systems.
• Diagnose and eliminate complex failures on equipment and systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Audit systems, processes, and products

Use office technology, software, and applications

Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations

Gather information and conduct research

Plan and organize activities/projects

Communicate in a variety of mediums

Education

Post-secondary college diploma or university degree in Engineering Technology

PEO or OACETT certification as an Engineering Technologist

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Career Opportunities: Engineering Technologist, Streetcar Maintenance - Reliability and Quality Assurance (10447)

Requisition ID 10447 - Posted - Streetcar Maintenance (20000605) - Reliability & Quality Assurance (30000114) - Job Opportunity

JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 10447
Number of Vacancies: 2
Department: Streetcar Maintenance (20000605) - Reliability & Quality Assurance (30000114)
Salary Information: $96,033.60 - $120,057.60
Pay Scale Group: 8SA
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 40
Off Days: Various
Shift: Various
Posted On: January 3, 2025
Last Day to Apply: January 13, 2025
Reports to: Senior Technical Advisor

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is looking for (2) Engineering Technologist(s) to join our team!

What You Will Do

• Provide technical support and expertise to those involved in the procurement, inspections, training, diagnoses, repairs, maintenance, overhaul, rebuilding, designing, improving and supporting of all operating systems associated with their specific area.
• Provide technical expertise regarding risk analysis, failure mode effects and criticality analysis (FMECA), root cause analysis (RCA), failure reporting and corrective action system (FRACAS), Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) related to reliability engineering.
• Diagnose, correct and eliminate non-routine complex failures on area-specific systems; investigate and correct unusual, difficult or repeating problems on equipment.
• Coordinate repairs on equipment, systems or structures; ensure stabilization of failures and determine the cause; ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Plan, perform and coordinate preventative maintenance checks and services on equipment, systems, and structures.
• Ensure equipment, systems or structures are fully operational by coordinating and/or performing relevant checks and inspections.
• Provide technical guidance and advice on selection and purchase of equipment, systems or structures, service requirements, and safety issues.
• Prepare various written reports, test reports, and technical correspondence related to assignments.
• Create documents related to various policies, processes, and procedures/work instructions.
• Research, develop, produce and deliver suitable training programs for employees on departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
• Perform a variety of administrative and supervisory duties, as required.
• Rotate into other Engineering Technologist positions at other locations within the Streetcar Maintenance department, based on operational needs and training and development initiatives.

What Skills Do You Bring

• Analytical skills
• Audit systems, processes, and products
• Use office technology, software, and applications
• Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
• Gather information and conduct research
• Plan and organize activities/projects to meet section and organizational goals
• Communicate in a variety of mediums

What Qualifications Do You Bring

• Completed post-secondary college diploma or university degree in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering Technology or a related discipline, or equivalent education, training, and experience.
• Registered or eligible to register with PEO or OACETT certification as an Engineering Technologist is considered a valuable asset.
• Experience with rail vehicles maintenance.
• Good knowledge of engineering design and costing principles, methods, and procedures developed through several years of directly related work experience.
• Specific knowledge required to diagnose and correct faults relating to electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems/components utilized on revenue rail vehicles and associated maintenance equipment.
• Experience in directing and training staff and union personnel on various aspects of work.
• Experience in developing and delivering effective in-house technical training programs.
• Excellent technical writing skills to prepare technical documents.
• Effective organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and applications, including MS Office.
• Valid class “G” driver’s license for the Province of Ontario.

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.
• Membership in the TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities through a broad range of learning programs.

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in its services and workplaces. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.

The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired into positions where there is a conflict of interest. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.