Service Person II

Metrolinxis connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit including GO Expansion Light Rail Transit routes and major expansions to Torontos subway system to get people where they need to go better faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx equity diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion thinking forward and playing as a team.

Our Operations & Safety (GO & UP) division promotes diversity equity and inclusion by ensuring equal employment opportunities and fostering a supportive workplace culture.

We support this commitment by providing:

• Competitive Pension Plan
• Employee learning & development programs and reimbursement
• Recognition of prior Public Service for Vacation Entitlement
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Benefit Programs
• Parental Leave top-up lactations accommodation and childcare partnerships
• Menopause Policy
• Employee Resource Groups

Our Bus Fleet Maintenance & Engineering Office is seeking a Service Person II on a contract basis to service buses under the supervision of the Supervisor Bus Fleet Service Line. This position is responsible for servicing fueling parking and bus cleaning as it relates to the fuel and mop lines and performing change-offs as required.

Start Rate (Non - Negotiable) - $28.62

What will I be doing

• Services the bus fleet by fueling cleaning sweeping mopping and full detailing of buses.
• Driving and checking buses circle check and document inspections.
• Performs interior exterior and maintenance cleaning duties on the bus and support fleet.
• Update and replace bus documents and electronic sign data.
• Completes on-the-road change-offs.
• Performs spills containment and clean up.
• Perform seat replacement.
• Complete inspection of vehicle fluids and top-up fluid when required.
• Perform wheel and tire inspection for damage and tread depth measurement.
• Follows all safety procedures.
• Monitors on-site the facility and equipment and reports any unusual items to the Service Line Supervisors and takes corrective action as appropriately directed.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need

• Basic knowledge of motor vehicle inspection of fluids belts pullies and tires.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in servicing buses or heavy equipment as well as assisting with repairs in bus or heavy vehicle maintenance environment.
• Must successfully complete mandatory environmental safety and all other training required by corporate policy including new courses that are or could be adjusted with these policies
• Must have a valid Ontario Class G drivers licence and must meet corporate standard for a good driving record.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Class C drivers licence and Z endorsement.
• Must be able to obtain GO Transit Forklift driving certificate.
• Must successfully complete environmental safety and any other training required by corporate policy. Ability to obtain job related certifications as required

Available Shift:

Working Conditions:

• Shift work including weekends and statutory holidays with work often being performed on the afternoon and night shifts.
• Regular exposure to diesel exhaust fumes oils greases cleaning solvents and other materials frequent outside work in variable weather conditions.
• While cleaning in may be exposed to food and human biological matter (appropriate PPE is provided)
• Work is performed inside and outside in variable weather conditions (all seasons).
• Requires ability to walk stand and climb stairs while carrying equipment and tools weighing up to 45 kg in tight and sometimes restricted areas.
• Push a cart with supplies on it that could weight up to approximately 25 kg
• Use heavy (up to 200lbs) equipment such as steamers and extractors that require adherence to instructions and health and safety protocols
• Required to be fit for duty at all times to ensure a safe workplace

Dont Meet Every Requirement

If youre excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesnt quite align with every qualification of this posting we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities including those who identify as Indigenous Black racialized women people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities expressions and sexual orientations.

Accommodation:

We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: or email.

Application Process:

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading inaccurate or incorrect Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

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