Job Description
New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader and offers the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior® and Xcelsior CHARGE® brands. It also offers infrastructure development through NFI Infrastructure Solutions™, a service dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. Further information is available at www.newflyer.com. POSITION SUMMARYTo carry out the duties of a Truck and Coach technician as directed by the Service Centre Manager. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Must be able to work unsupervised in the repair and maintenance of Heavy duty Transit Buses.Must be proficient in the use of all required mechanical, air and hydraulic tools.Must understand the requirement for safe working practices within a busy mechanical shop and the use of personal safety equipment.A good understanding on the use of computers for diagnostics is beneficial.Must have the ability to follow parts and service manuals instructions.Physically perform all tasks associated with his/her discipline for whatever the shop needs are at the time.Support the shop’s lean manufacturing initiatives with roll outs and recommendations for improvements.Must be able to work independently or as a team member.Assist with accurate ordering of parts and materials required for repairs.Forklift operation.Other duties as required.Welding and machining would be an advantage. WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:Certified Truck & Coach Technician.High School Diploma.Good communication skills.Knowledge of Computers and Windows.Basic computer skills.Ozone depletion Certified is an asset.Lifting heavy items, bending , kneeling, accessing small areas.Climbing ladders and working on bus roofs.ForkliftWheel Lift OperationAir and Hydraulic tools.Travel - 10% WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.A continuous learning environment.Ability to advance your career with a growing company.NFI Group has been named a Manitoba Top Employer for 2020 and this is the tenth since the competition was established in 2007.Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient and reliable. NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. News and information are available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, www.arbocsv.com, www.alexander-dennis.com, www.carfaircomposites.com and www.nfi.parts.