Fleet Mechanic - Abbotsford
- Abbotsford, BC, Canada
Full-time
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Transdev Canada is now hiring Fleet Mechanics for our Abbotsford, BC location!
Are you a Red Seal–certified mechanic who enjoys diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a diverse fleet of vehicles? Join Transdev and play a key role in keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and ready to serve the community.
This position offers a competitive hourly wage of $52.40 and the opportunity to work alongside a skilled and supportive maintenance team.
Your Role
Transdev is an international leader in mobility at the service of communities. We design and operate public transport networks - buses, coaches, trams, trains, shared bikes, ferries, and more - to empower freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable and innovative solutions that serve the common good.
Because we are people serving people, our 105,000 employees have a positive impact on people and society. It is by taking care of them that we empower people to move forward.
In March 2023, Transdev Canada expanded its reach in western Canada by acquiring First Transit. By joining forces, Transdev Canada is now the largest multi-modal privately owned transportation company in Canada.
And what about you? What drives you?
Are you a Red Seal–certified mechanic who enjoys diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a diverse fleet of vehicles? Join Transdev and play a key role in keeping our fleet safe, reliable, and ready to serve the community.
This position offers a competitive hourly wage of $52.40 and the opportunity to work alongside a skilled and supportive maintenance team.
Your Role
- Perform preventative maintenance inspections (PMIs), safety inspections, and annual vehicle inspections.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, fuel injection, suspension, brake, drivetrain, steering, and transmission systems.
- Perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, tire replacements, lubrication, and equipment servicing.
- Remove, overhaul, repair, and reinstall mechanical components with minimal supervision.
- Complete accurate work orders, inspection reports, and maintenance records.
- Conduct road tests and move vehicles safely between work areas to verify repairs.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with company and safety standards.
- Identify and report unsafe equipment or conditions and recommend corrective actions.
- Collaborate with team members to share technical knowledge and support fleet reliability.
- Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Competitive hourly wage $ 52.40
- Weekend premium pay for qualifying shifts.
- Reliable, year-round employment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical services, dental, extended health, life insurance, long-term disability, and RRSP/pension plan options (available upon becoming a full-time union employee).
- Paid vacation and statutory holidays.
- Career growth opportunities within a leading transportation provider across North America.
- A Great work environment!
- Make a meaningful impact by contributing to sustainable and community-focused transit solutions.
- Be part of a company that values diversity, employee development, and continuous improvement.
- Red Seal certification as a Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician, Truck and Transport Mechanic, or Automotive Service Technician.
- Valid BC Class 5 Driver's Licence with Air Brake Endorsement.
- Air Brake Certification authorizing work on air brake systems.
- CVIP Inspection Certification, or the ability to obtain it.
- Air Conditioning Certification, or willingness to obtain within three (3) months of hire.
- Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Certification, or willingness to obtain within three (3) months of hire.
- Experience repairing and maintaining diesel and gasoline-powered vehicles.
- Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience using computerized diagnostic tools and maintenance management software.
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
- A complete set of mechanic's tools.
- Flexibility to work assigned shifts, including evenings and weekends.
- This unionized position is based in Abbotsford, BC.
- Mix of scheduled and on-call assignments, up to 40hrs per week, based on operational requirements.
Transdev is an international leader in mobility at the service of communities. We design and operate public transport networks - buses, coaches, trams, trains, shared bikes, ferries, and more - to empower freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable and innovative solutions that serve the common good.
Because we are people serving people, our 105,000 employees have a positive impact on people and society. It is by taking care of them that we empower people to move forward.
In March 2023, Transdev Canada expanded its reach in western Canada by acquiring First Transit. By joining forces, Transdev Canada is now the largest multi-modal privately owned transportation company in Canada.
And what about you? What drives you?
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Responsibilities
Perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections, diagnose and repair vehicle systems, and overhaul mechanical components across the fleet. Document work, road-test vehicles, maintain a safe work area, and collaborate with the maintenance team to support fleet reliability.
Requirements
Requires Red Seal certification in a relevant mechanic trade, a valid BC Class 5 driver's licence with air brake endorsement, air brake certification, and a complete set of mechanic's tools. Candidates need experience maintaining diesel and gasoline vehicles, strong diagnostic skills, and the ability to obtain CVIP, air conditioning, and CNG certifications if not already certified.
Skills
- Preventative Maintenance
- Vehicle Inspections
- Mechanical Diagnostics
- Electrical Systems Repair
- Hydraulic Systems Repair
- Fuel Injection Systems
- Brake Systems
- Drivetrain Repair
- Steering and Transmission Repair
- Component Overhaul
- Computerized Diagnostic Tools
- Work Order Documentation
- Road Testing
- Workplace Safety
- Team Collaboration
Benefits
- Weekend Premium Pay
- Medical Services
- Dental Insurance
- Extended Health Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- RRSP/Pension Plan Options
- Paid Vacation
- Statutory Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Transportation
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Red Seal Certification
- Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician
- Truck and Transport Mechanic
- Automotive Service Technician
- Class 5 Driver's Licence
- Air Brake Endorsement
- Air Brake Certification
- CVIP Inspection Certification
- Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Certification
- Diesel Vehicles
- Gasoline-Powered Vehicles
- Preventative Maintenance Inspections
- Safety Inspections
- Annual Vehicle Inspections
- Mechanical Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Hydraulic Systems
- Fuel Injection
- Suspension
- Brakes
- Drivetrain
- Steering
- Transmissions
- Computerized Diagnostic Tools
- Work Orders
- Road Testing
- Fleet Maintenance
- Mechanic's Tools