Test Bus Driver

New FlyerWinnipeg, ManitobaOn-siteFull-timeListed 2 weeks ago

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About this role

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 SUMMARY:

Provide driving services for testing and demonstration in Winnipeg.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

- Drive any NFIL or other bus as required for testing or demonstration
- Provide feedback to engineering on drawings, designs and theories of operation
- Assisting fabrication equipment on test equipment, some lifting and climbing as required
- Availability on nights and weekends, no regular hours
- Write reports and keep drivers log, use of PC, Word, Excel, Outlook, etc
- Perform tests from a requested plan
- Clean and inspect (PDI) vehicles

Requirements

- Must have a valid Manitoba class 2 driver’s license with airbrake endorsement.
- Previous experience driving large vehicles or buses is preferred.
- Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics and maintenance practices.
- Flexibility to work various shifts as needed, nights and weekend.
- Ability to perform vehicle inspections and diagnostics.
- Effective communication skills for reporting findings and collaborating with the engineering team.
- Attention to detail and ability to adhere to safety procedures.

Benefits

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 was named a Manitoba Top Employer for 2020 and this is the tenth time since the competition was established in 2007.
- Employee social committee organizes numerous events throughout the year, including summer barbecues, holiday festivities, sporting events and tournaments, and much more.
- Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions.

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 is available at www.nfigroup.com , www.newflyer.com , www.mcicoach.com , www.nfi.parts , www.alexander-dennis.com , www.arbocsv.com , and www.carfaircomposites.com .

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