About the Role
Join New Flyer as a Field Service Technician, where you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing our diverse fleet. You will ensure that our buses, from diesel engines to electric drivetrains, operate at their peak performance. This dynamic, customer-facing position involves troubleshooting, repairing equipment, completing retrofits, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction through professional service.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair advanced systems, including diesel, electric, and hydrogen fuel cell engines.
- Handle intricate repairs across HVAC systems, driveline components, and electrical systems.
- Service and repair complex HVAC systems.
- Conduct in-depth troubleshooting and repairs of high-voltage electrical systems and drivetrains for electric buses.
- Employ advanced diagnostic tools to resolve complex issues.
- Oversee the final inspection process for fleet vehicles, ensuring all repairs and maintenance meet rigorous safety and performance standards.
- Provide guidance and support to junior mechanics, including Mechanic III and Mechanic II team members.
- Mentor and help develop junior mechanics' skills to uphold high standards of workmanship.
- Stay updated with industry advancements and integrate new technologies into your work.
- Contribute to setting the standard for maintenance practices, including those related to electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
Requirements
- A minimum of five (5) years' work experience working in a similar position preferably with heavy duty transit buses or heavy-duty trucks.
- Experience with diesel engines, driveline components, electrical systems, and electric vehicle maintenance.
- Familiarity with diagnostic devices such as DDEC, ATEC readers, and equipment diagnostics (e.g., Cummins Insite, DDDL, Allison DOC, Wabco Toolbox, Bendix ACOM).
- Proficiency with shop tools, diagnostic devices, and equipment for assembly and repairs.
- High level of professionalism with strong customer service skills, capable of interacting positively with clients.
- High problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- High organizational skills and the ability to maintain detailed reports and logs.
- Willingness to travel 50% of the time.
- Valid passport required.
- Strong understanding of safety practices and effective use of personal protective equipment.
Skills
- Diesel engines
- Electric vehicle maintenance
- Driveline components
- Electrical systems
- Diagnostic devices
- Shop tools
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Safety practices
Location
- Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
Work Type
- Field Service
- Day Shift
- Travel
Experience Level
- 5+ years
Education Level
- Certified Truck & Coach Technician (310T)
- Red Seal Preferred
- Additional certifications related to electric vehicles or advanced diagnostics are beneficial
Salary/Compensations
- $42 - $48 per hour
Benefits
- Company Paid Benefits
- Core Benefit Plan (Health, Dental, & Vision) - Effective Day 1 of Employment
- Optional Buy-Up Plan
- Heath Spending Account (HSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Disability Insurance
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- 12 Paid STAT Holidays
- Birthday Paid Day Off
- Voluntary Overtime
- Boot Allowance
- On the job skill and development training
- Ability to advance your career with a growing company
- 6% Vacation (after 1 year of service)
- Onsite Parking
About the Company
- New Flyer is North America’s heavy-duty transit bus, based on experiences leader, providing sustainable mobility solutions through transit buses, technology, and infrastructure.
- New Flyer is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions.
- Building on its 90+ year legacy of innovation, New Flyer is the only manufacturer offering all three types of zero-emission transit buses, with over 1,900 zero-emission buses delivered to date.
- Proudly serving all 25 of the largest transit agencies in North America, New Flyer actively supports over 35,000 heavy-duty transit buses currently operated by approximately 500 agencies.
- We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motorcoach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.
- Our values—safety, quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and sustainability—are at the core of everything we do.
- Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI offers a wide range of propulsion-agnostic bus and coach platforms, including market leading electric models.
- Through its low- and zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions.
- Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation.
Equal Opportunity
- New Flyer is an equal opportunity employer.
- We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate.
- Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.
