mechanical technologist
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Technical Analyst - Mechanical
Posted on
June 27, 2024
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British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd.
Job details
Technical Analyst - MechanicalJob ID: 20240510Location: Greater VancouverFull/Part Time: Full-timeRegular/Temporary: Regular Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years. British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully-automated rapid transit systems in the world. Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance. When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more. We are a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Come explore what makes us one of BC?s Top Employers!ResponsibilitiesPRIMARY PURPOSE The technical investigation and analysis of failures and other technical problems related primarily to the Revenue Fleet and Wayside Elements. Explores options and makes recommendations on alternative parts, repairs or procedures. Performs trend and cost benefit analyses. Prepares technical evaluation reports on specific mechanical problems and their solutions. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Investigates part, system and sub-system failures and other technical procedural problems encountered in the Revenue Fleet and Wayside Assets department, including assessment of the parts involved, in-depth analysis of the mechanical performance of fleet vehicles and mechanical guideway elements; and definition and coordination of tests to be conducted internally or by manufacturers or consulting engineers. Analyzes the results of the investigation to identify the cause of problems and explores various options to resolve problems; researches alternative equipment/supplies; prepares cost-benefit analysis of repairs, replacement, etc. and recommends the best alternative to the Senior Engineer. In conjunction with engineers, develops mechanical design specifications for special parts and equipment and tests prototypes. Conducts qualitative analyses of mechanical vendors to assess their qualifications for supplying parts and equipment required by the department; develops and communicates specifications to vendors and within established budget, approves the supplier and the purchase of specific parts/equipment. Audits and analyzes efficiencies and effectiveness of inspections. Forecasts future unresolved issues within Revenue Fleet and Wayside Element. Analyzes data collected by the Engineering Asset?s test train and makes recommendations to be ultimately passed on to the respective Maintenance Department. Investigates perceived problems such as discrepancies in parts shipments and resolves concerns. Coordinates Engineering Asset?s mechanical tests and supports mechanical test equipment as required on the test train.QualificationsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Mechanical Technologist diploma; must be eligible to be registered as an Applied Science Technologist (AScT) with Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of BC (ASTTBC) Five (5) years? experience, preferably in transportation, in technical analysis of parts and performance or in engineering in a manufacturing or production environment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Solid ability to investigate the cause of performance problems in vehicles, to develop part specifications and to liaise with suppliers in the development, testing and supply of parts and equipment. Solid abilit
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LocationVancouver, BC
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Salary$81,447YEAR annually
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
CivicJobs.ca
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Advertised until
2024-07-27
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