Supervisor, Transit Vehicle Maintenance
Job in
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Listing for:
City of Mississauga
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-06-23
Job specializations:
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Summary
MiWay is seeking experienced and motivated leaders to supervise the day to day maintenance of transit buses and non revenue fleet vehicles.
Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Transit Maintenance, the Supervisor is responsible for leading skilled trades staff in a unionized, safety critical environment to ensure vehicles are safe, compliant, and ready for service. This position plays a key role in supporting daily service delivery, fleet availability, and MiWay’s commitment to safety, reliability, and customer service.
Guided by a forward thinking strategic plan, MiWay’s vision is to be a transit system that makes Mississauga proud by providing a safe, reliable, and efficient transit system built on strong traditions of safety, service, and courtesy.
Why Work for Mi Way
Full time, permanent employmentCompetitive salaryAnnual performance and economic adjustment reviewsCareer advancement opportunitiesFour (4) weeks of paid vacationComprehensive benefits packageOMERS pension planOvertime premiumsSkilled trades premiums - $1.75/hourAfternoon shift premiums - $2.00/hourOvernight shift premiums - $2.75/hourAnd more.Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Assistant Manager, Transit Maintenance, the successful candidate will:
Supervise the day to day activities of Transit Maintenance staff to ensure the safe, efficient, and timely inspection, repair, cleaning, and servicing of transit buses and non revenue fleet vehicles.Assign work, allocate personnel and equipment, and adjust priorities to support daily fleet availability and service requirements.Schedule maintenance activities and prepare work orders using a computerized maintenance management system.Ensure all maintenance work complies with Ministry of Transportation legislation, applicable safety regulations, manufacturer specifications, and MiWay policies and procedures.Provide front line leadership by setting clear performance expectations, monitoring work quality, and supporting staff through coaching and feedback.Manage staffing requirements, attendance, overtime, and shift coverage in accordance with operational needs and collective agreements.Work collaboratively with management, Human Resources, and union representatives to address employee relations matters and support effective labour relations.Respond to service impacting failures, road calls, incidents, and urgent maintenance issues as required.Ensure staff are properly instructed in safe work practices, approved methods, procedures, and performance standards.Support the onboarding, orientation, and ongoing development of MiWay Maintenance staff.Support and, when required, supervise the operation of bus wash area, fueling stations, and bus cleaning activities.Monitor and manage records including absences, overtime, incident reports, and operational data.Assist with identifying warranty issues, tagging defective components, and ensuring warranty claims and supplier commitments are upheld.Ensure tools, parts, materials, and cores are properly handled, stored, returned, or disposed of in accordance with procedures.Conduct technical investigations, inspections, and procedural or quality audits as required.Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination.Support MiWay’s commitments under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC), the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and related corporate policies.Perform other related duties as assigned.Skills and Qualifications
Minimum grade 12 education required.Must hold a valid 310T Truck and Coach Technician Certificate of Qualification, issued and maintained in good standing with Skilled Trades Ontario.A minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Journeyperson following attainment of trade certification, with exposure to the full range of transit bus maintenance activities or an equivalent combination of education / certifications and experience.Three (3) years of progressive experience demonstrating leadership responsibility, including supervision or acting supervisory duties is preferred.A valid 310S Automotive Service Technician Certificate of Qualification,…
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