Acara Solutions is looking for a T&C Technician for a position with our client in Ottawa, ON.

• 6+mo contract (opportunity to go direct)
• Regular schedule is Mon-Fri 6:30am-3PM. There will also be occurrences where an over night shift is required, or weekends as well
• $30.83/hr

As a PI T&C Technician, your main responsibilities will be :

• Use power tools; extensive knowledge of socket sizes and open end wrenches
  Measure accurately in U.S. and metric systems, convert measurements as needed
• Read electrical blueprints and schematics and comprehend work instructions. Use of portable station for train tests
• Perform all duties required in dismantling, repairing, rebuilding, installing and testing all transit car electrical systems and components
• Use and understand Operational Methods Standards
• Must have working knowledge of electrical test and maintenance equipment under limited supervision
• Operate/use tools such as crimping i.e. AMP crimpers/hydraulic crimpers/Veam crimpers for pins and plugs
• Operate wire cutters/ strippers and mechanical tools for assembly of electrical parts with no defects
• Read and compare wire lists and travelers related to specific work assignment and accurately report discrepancies to Supervisor
• Demonstrate common sense at all times when completing daily work assignments
• Interaction with co-workers, Workleaders, Supervisors, Managers on a daily basis
• Inspect respective work area prior to end of shift to ensure neat and orderly appearance and materials in proper place
• Cleaning of the train, station, and workspace daily
• Any and all other responsibilities, in addition to those mentioned above, as assigned by supervisor/manager
• Using a PC to troubleshoot the vehicles
• Using multimeter and various other testing tools to ensure vehicle operation
• Adapt to changing workload and shifts (including nights and weekends as required)

Required Skills / Qualifications:

• Electrical / Mechanical Technician Diploma, Degree, Certification.
• Experience as Electrical / Mechanical Technician
• Must have ability to read, write and follow procedures, always being conscious towards safety.
• Must be able to manage time well, prioritizing and sequencing tasks
• Must be willing to be trained in more than one discipline of the rolling stock process to increase flexibility

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.