maintenance manager

District of West Vancouver; West Vancouver; On-site; CAD 116,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Metro Vancouver seeks a Transit Maintenance Manager to ensure that Transit vehicles are well maintained and service operations run smoothly. This role involves staff leadership, budget management, and collaboration with other departments. Candidates must have supervisory experience in Transit and relevant post-secondary qualifications. The position offers a salary range of $116,000 - $130,600 and is permanent full-time.

Qualifications

• Substantial supervisory experience in the Transit industry.
• Strong knowledge of Fleet Maintenance concepts and practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all Transit vehicles are maintained to a high standard.
• Manage the operations of the Transit garage.
• Direct purchasing department activities.

Skills

Fleet Maintenance practices

Leadership

Budget management

Collaboration with external agencies

Education

Grade 12 plus post-secondary Business Administration diploma

Trade Qualification or Apprenticeship in Commercial Transport

Tools

Driver's License Class 5

BC Class 3 Driver’s License with Airbrake Endorsement

Job description

Job details

Transit Maintenance Manager (Permanent, Full-Time)

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community.

The West Vancouver Transit is currently seeking a permanent full-time Transit Maintenance Manager reporting to the Transit Senior Manager. This position will be responsible for:

• Ensuring all Transit vehicles are maintained to a high standard, supporting safe, reliable, and comfortable service for the public.
• Safeguarding the integrity of Transit buildings, infrastructure, and operational systems.
• Planning and managing the operations of the Transit garage, including the development and evaluation of preventative maintenance and repair programs for the bus fleet and support vehicles, including Community Buses.
• Directing the activities of the purchasing department and the Environmental Management System.
• Overseeing parts inventory and procurement processes to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Leading the planning, execution, and completion of capital projects.
• Managing daily budget operations and contributing to annual budget planning and submission.
• Providing leadership and direction to staff through effective planning, assignment, and supervision of work.
• Overseeing staff performance through recruitment, training, development, and motivation.
• Collaborating with other District departments, external agencies, and participating in relevant committees.
• Representing the Department in employee and labour relations matters.
• Performing other duties and leading special projects as assigned.

Successful candidate will possess

Completion of Grade 12 plus post-secondary Business Administration diploma and substantial supervisory experience in the Transit industry, or an equivalent combination of education and Transit experience. Trade Qualification or Apprenticeship in Commercial Transport. Strong knowledge and understanding of the concepts, practices, and techniques in all areas of Fleet Maintenance. A valid Class 5 Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia. BC Class 3 Driver’s License with Airbrake Endorsement would be considered an asset. Successful candidates will be required to provide an acceptable driver’s abstract, a police information check, and copies of relevant credentials.

To ensure your application is complete, please email your Driver’s Abstract to [e-mail]. You can obtain your Driver’s Abstract by contacting ICBC at 604-661-2255 or by submitting a request online at https://onlinebusiness.icbc.com/clio/.

Applications without a Driver’s Abstract submission will not be considered for further steps in the recruitment process. The preferred candidate will have sound judgment and diplomacy, ability to provide progressive leadership, and aptitude to create an inclusive work environment. The successful candidate will be required to supply a police information check and a copy of their credentials.

Position Status: Exempt - Permanent Full-Time

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)

Salary: $116,000 - $130,600

Closing Date: 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, November 6, 2025

To Apply: Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Centre at westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position.

We want to thank all applicants; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Source CivicJobs.ca #108552

Location West Vancouver, BC; Work location On site; Terms of employment Permanent employment; Starts as soon as possible; Vacancies 1 vacancy

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Advertised until

2025-11-06