Ontario Transit Group

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Toronto, ON, Canada

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 34 days ago

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About the role

The South Civil contract is anticipated to be completed in 2030.
The project will strengthen Ontario's economy by supporting an estimated 1,500 jobs at the peak of construction.
This role ensures the reliability, safety, and efficiency of MSVs that transport segments, materials, equipment, and personnel throughout the underground tunnel system.

Maintain and service hydraulic, pneumatic, compressed‑air, and electrical systems found in MSV equipment.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, lubrication, adjustments, and component replacements to ensure equipment reliability in continuous tunnelling operations.
Support MSV operators with troubleshooting, equipment configuration, and resolving operational performance issues.
Document repairs, service reports, and parts usage following maintenance protocols.
Maintain tidy and safe underground work areas, including equipment bays, maintenance stations, and tunnel access routes.
Strong knowledge of MSV components and systems, including power units, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, transmission/drives, chassis, and bogeys/wheel modules.

Completion of a 3-4‑year apprenticeship program in industrial mechanic/millwrighting or 5+ years of experience in industrial machinery repair with industry training courses.
Understanding of underground rescue procedures, emergency protocols, and air‑monitoring principles (asset but often required).

Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) trade certification (voluntary but preferred in Ontario).

One above-ground station to be integrated with the existing GO Transit Exhibition Station.
Two underground stations to be integrated with the existing TTC Osgoode and Queen subway stations.
Four new underground stations (King/Bathurst, Queen/Spadina, Moss Park, Corktown).
Improve the quality of life for commuters by reducing daily travel time.
Reduce crowding on the existing Line 1 (Yonge-University) subway.
Up to 57,000 more jobs accessible by transit (in 45 minutes or less) for Toronto residents.
This is a unionized role; therefore, the salary will be the according to the Schedule and Group per the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Join us and be part of a team that celebrates our employees, organizes family events, and promotes health and wellness initiatives.

At OTG, we embrace diversity, recognizing that it strengthens us as a team and as a company.
We are an equal-opportunity employer, encouraging applications from all interested candidates.
OTG uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process.
If you're ready to be part of our dynamic team in one of the world's most diverse cities, don't wait any longer-apply now!

If you require accommodation during the selection process, please contact hr@ontransitgroup.ca.

This listing is sourced directly from Ontario Transit Group's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.