Equipment and Maintenance Analyst

Requisition ID: 15472  
Department: Transit Services Dept.  
Service: Transit Engineering Services  
Branch: Rail Systems Administration Branch 
Employment Type: 2 Full-time Permanent -  
Work Hours: 35.00 hours per week
Affiliation: ATU 1760 
Salary Information: $59,211.88 - $88,182,64  annually (2023 rates of pay)
City: Ottawa, ON 
Job Category: Transit Services - OC Transpo 
Application Close: 06/12/2024

JOB SUMMARY

The Transit Services Department is responsible for providing a holistic transportation hub focused on addressing the planning, implementation, operations, and delivery of all modes of transportation in the City of Ottawa.  
 

Rail Systems Branch provides oversight of the maintenance contractors which includes corrective and planned maintenance, life cycle management, trending, and analysis within Transit Engineering Services. The oversight includes both diesel and electric rail vehicles, track and infrastructure, stations, systems, and overall maintenance planning. 
 

You are responsible for monitoring and performing data analysis of the maintenance and performance of stationary assets and rolling stock of OC Transpo rail systems and responsible for developing, preparing, and presenting statistical/analytical reports, and identifying trends in overall performance to management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A 3-year Community College Diploma or University Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
 

A minimum of 3 years' experience in data management and analysis, or other related experience with fleet & systems trend analysis, rail vehicles, communication systems, statistical software language (Python and R) 
 

Experience working with SQL database and RAMs would be considered an asset.
 

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of issues and principles pertaining to Transit Operations, l
• Principles and methodologies of evaluation and project risk management
• Principles and techniques of project and contract management, including monitoring, cost containment/control and reporting 
• Transit operation activities including signaling, rail traffic control railway operating rules, railway governance, planning and scheduling principles
• Knowledge of large-scale commercial construction and related activities
• Evaluation methods/techniques and project risk management, including risk management principles to ensure contractor safety in and near the rail corridors
• Related federal, provincial, and engineering legislation, regulations, standards, codes, and by-laws pertaining to environmental impact assessment, building, fire, health and safety, construction process and requirements
• Knowledge of computers and project management software including MS Office Suite programs, Power BI and SAP 
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
   

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment to achieve corporate, departmental and branch goals
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, handle multiple projects/activities and competing demands, and deliver results in a changing work environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact cooperatively, effectively and efficiently with other staff 
• Creative problem solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement
• Excellent written, verbal communication, analytical and listening skills
   

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing       
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements. 
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We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions. 
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the HR Service Centre at 613-580-2424, extension 47411.