Manager, Vehicle Maintenance

JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 10482
Number of Vacancies: 1 and for Future Requirements
Department: Bus Maintenance & Shops
Salary Information: $129,292.80 - $161,670.60
Pay Scale Group: Level 12
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: Off Days: Saturday/Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: December 16, 2024
Last Day to Apply: December 29, 2024
Reports to: Senior Manager - Garages/Shops

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system, has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities.

Career Opportunity

The Bus Maintenance and Shops department is hiring a Manager of Bus Maintenance for one of its city garages. This position offers an opportunity to develop leadership skills through rotational assignments, cross-training, and hands-on experience. The role involves overseeing maintenance activities for both unionized and non-unionized staff, making it ideal for individuals passionate about team leadership and operational excellence.

This position manages a 24-hour/day, 7 days'/week operation and is required to be on-call to deal with emergency situations outside normal working hours. The assigned work location will be determined by senior management.

What You Will Do

1. Planning, directing, managing, staffing, and controlling the work activities of the bus maintenance garage.
2. Ensuring that sufficient buses, non-revenue vehicles and equipment are available, in a safe and reliable condition.
3. Overseeing operational efficiency, employee training, effective labour relations, workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and budgetary effectiveness.
4. Directing and overseeing all aspects of the maintenance, repair, servicing and cleaning of buses, non-revenue vehicles and equipment.
5. Ensuring employees are properly qualified and trained in work and safety procedures.
6. Preparing financial budgets and relevant reports for up to the Commission level.
7. Maintaining a professional relationship among unionized employees and staff.
8. May be required to substitute for other Managers in Bus Maintenance.
9. Participation in the TTC customer service Ambassador Program.
10. Promoting a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination.

What Skills Do You Bring?

1. Use office technology, software and applications.
2. Apply analytical skills.
3. Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations.
4. Manage human resources.
5. Communicate in a variety of mediums.
6. Manage projects.
7. Apply the principles and practices of quality assurance.
8. Secure and manage fiscal resources.
9. Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field.

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

1. Completion of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in a related discipline (Engineering), or substantial experience in a management capacity in a unionized environment.
2. Registration as a Professional Engineer in Ontario (P. Eng.) is considered an asset.
3. Certification as a Truck & Coach Technician (310T), Automotive Service Technician (310S), or other related Trade Certification is considered an asset.
4. Possession of a valid "CZ" Driver's License is an asset.
5. Extensive knowledge of fleet maintenance management concepts and practices.
6. Strong knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, and government regulations.
7. Sound business judgement combined with excellent administrative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
8. Strong management and interpersonal skills.
9. Well organized with excellent team building and leadership skills.
10. Strong computer skills with familiarity of TTC computerized systems and relevant software programs.

What We Offer?

1. Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.
2. A comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision.
3. Support for professional development opportunities.

This position is designated Specified Management under the TTC's Fitness for Duty Policy. The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all applicants, including those from groups with historical barriers to equity. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

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