Red Seal Industrial Mechanic / Millwright

New Flyer is North America’s heavy-duty transit bus leader, providing sustainable mobility solutions through transit buses, technology, and infrastructure. New Flyer is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leader in propulsion agnostic bus and coach mobility solutions. Building on its 90+ year legacy of innovation, New Flyer is the only manufacturer offering all three types of zero-emission transit buses, with over 1,900 zero-emission buses delivered to date. New Flyer actively supports over 35,000 heavy-duty transit buses currently operated by approximately 500 agencies.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for a highly skilled Red Seal Industrial Mechanic/Millwright to join our Winnipeg maintenance team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, performance, and safety of production equipment through expert installation, repair, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance. This position is critical to keeping our advanced manufacturing operations running efficiently and safely.

If you are a Red Seal Industrial Mechanic who takes pride in precision, problem-solving, and keeping complex systems at peak performance — this is an opportunity to join a top Manitoba employer with long-term career growth.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Registered pension plan with generous company match)
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies
• We are proudly named one of Manitoba’s Top 25 employers.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Install, repair, troubleshoot, and maintain production and facility equipment including: CNC machines, press brakes, lasers, welders, overhead cranes, conveyors, and paint systems.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose and resolve breakdowns quickly to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, schematics, and work orders.
• Perform precision alignments, rigging, and installation of bearings, gearboxes, shafts, and drive systems.
• Fabricate, weld, and machine replacement parts or modifications as required.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, lockout/tagout, and company procedures.
• Maintain plant cleanliness, organization, and protection of company property.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to apprentices and junior trades employees.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESFUL:

• Valid Interprovincial Red Seal Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Certificate, or a provincially recognized Industrial Mechanic Certificate of equal standing.
• Strong background in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience with preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
• Skilled in the use of precision measuring tools, alignment equipment, and machine shop tools.
• Knowledge of conveyors, pumps, bearings, gearboxes, and drive systems.
• Ability to fabricate, weld, and machine components when needed.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motorcoach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable. Our values—safety, quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and sustainability—are at the core of everything we do. NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI offers a wide range of propulsion-agnostic bus and coach platforms, including market leading electric models. Through its low- and zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

New Flyer is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.