DURHAM REGION TRANSIT COMMISSION
310T Mechanic, Durham Region Transit
(Regular Full-Time)
Job ID: 24187
Unifor Local 222
The Region of Durham is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion within its community and organization, and strongly welcomes and encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, people of colour, women, persons who live with disabilities, people from 2SLGBTQI+ communities, and people from diverse communities.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants who live with disabilities.
Location
This position is based out of Westney Division in Ajax, Ontario but may also work at Raleigh Division in Oshawa, Ontario based on operational requirements.
Shift will involve evenings, midnights and weekends.
310T Mechanic
Reporting to the Manager, Fleet Maintenance, the incumbent will:
- Inspect, repair and certify the fleet of vehicles, including buses, automobiles, small engines and other heavy and light duty equipment complying with DRT Policies and MTO legislated standards
- Test repaired equipment to ensure proper performance
- Diagnose and repair defects arising from inspections and operating complaints
- Repair equipment or other property outside of the garage area, as required
- Modify and repair defects that develop in equipment
- Operate equipment as required
- Perform various duties related to winter time operations and activities
- Be prepared to undertake job related training from time to time
- Perform other duties as required
The successful applicant will possess:
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
- A valid 310T Mechanic's Licence issued by the Province of Ontario
- A valid 310S would be an asset
- Ability to obtain a Class 'C' licence with 'Z' endorsement with a clean driving abstract
- Several years of experience in the repair and maintenance of transit vehicles and equipment
- Working knowledge of solenoid controls, electrical circuits, and equipment controls
- Experience with hydraulic systems and repairs
- Working knowledge of computer based diagnosis conversance
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to communicate and report diagnosis and repairs
- Good attendance record and demonstrated reliability
- Ability to work shifts as required including nights and weekends
Mechanic Salary Information
- This position will be paid $48.87 per hour.
Conditions of Employment Proof of education, qualifications and any other job bona fide requirements will be required prior to start date.
External Application Process
Come find a home where exciting and rewarding careers are balanced with your lifestyle. We thank all applicants; however, only those being considered will be contacted. Please apply online (www.durham.ca) no later than 11:59pm (Eastern Standard Time) on August 27, 2026. PLEASE APPLY ONLY ON WWW.DURHAM.CA AND NOT ON INDEED OR YOUR RESUME WILL NOT BE REVIEWED.
The Region of Durham is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment chance and you require accommodation, or if this information is required in an accessible format, please contact us at:
[email protected] and a Recruiter will provide appropriate assistance pursuant to the Region's Accommodation and Accessibility policies. Please note that resumes should not be sent to
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48.87 per hour
Benefits
- Company pension
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
📌 full Time 310T Mechanic, Durham Region Transit (Ajax)
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