Manager, Maintenance Operations
We acknowledge with respect that BC Transit delivers our mission on the ancestral territories of Indigenous Peoples across British Columbia, and their historical relationships with the land continue to this day.
In Victoria, where our Corporate Office is located, our people are privileged to live and work on the unceded traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən peoples, and the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations.
Location: Victoria, BC
Employment Type: 2 years Temporary Full Time
Annual Salary Range: Exempt Band 6, MIN $102,400.00 - MED $126,900.00 - MAX $151,500.00
Placement in the salary range is determined by an assessment of knowledge, skills, experience and ability of the candidate to meet the key requirements of the job. In addition, our pay philosophy is to align with the median of the comparable market and to be considerate of internal equity comparisons.
Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 10/19/2025
Are we right for you...
We’re passionate about people and creating sustainable, safe and affordable public transit solutions to residents across BC. We are an organization that has a people-first approach and considers people first in every business decision that we make. We are part of the solution and what we do matters; from fighting climate change with battery electric buses, to affordability through cost effective transportation, to connecting remote communities, we bring the heart, soul and innovation to public transportation.
It’s an exciting time to be in the public transportation sector and we’re looking for a creative and passionate leader to join our team. Not only would you be joining an engaged organization, but you’d also get to enjoy flexible work arrangements, extended benefits and a pension plan as just a few of the benefits BC Transit employees are eligible for. Keep reading to find out if this role is meant for you!
What you'll be doing...
The Victoria Regional Transit System (VRTS) is responsible for the delivery of transit service within Victoria. The VRTS operates 24/7 and 365 days per year with the main objective of ensuring safe, reliable and a customer centric service that consistently meets expectations.
The Maintenance Services department of BC Transit is responsible to sustain and perform preventive maintenance activities on the fleet and infrastructure assets assigned to the Victoria Regional Transit System (VRTS). This ‘core’ team works hard every day to provide clean, safe and reliable buses for our riders.
Reporting to the Director, Maintenance Operations the Manager, Maintenance Operations is responsible for managing repair and maintenance activities for BC Transit’s fleet and facility assets within the Victoria Regional Transit System (VRTS), based at either the Langford Transit Centre (LTC) or Victoria Transit Centre (VTC). The positions oversee a large team of supervisors, and skilled trades employees to ensure assigned assets are consistently available, reliable, clean and safe.
For additional information about the full accountabilities of this position please review the Manager, Maintenance Operations Job Description .
What you'll bring to the table...
We value lifelong learners and have found that a mix of any of the following credentials have set people up for success in this role in the past:
- Post secondary degree in a related field
- Maintenance Technician/Technologist, Certified Tradesman and Red Seal
- Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement (CVSE) FacilityOperator Certificate
- Experience leading teams in a shop or technicalmechanical environment
- Background in transit, trucking or broader transportations industry
- Experience working within a complex unionized environment, with strong knowledge of collective agreements and labour relations
- In-depth knowledge of CVSE and National Safety Code regulations and requirements
- Familiarity with fleet management systems (e.g., EAM, JD Edwards, Trapeze) and diagnostic tools
What we'll bring to the table...
We value and prioritize personal wellness and offer comprehensive benefits to support all the important phases and milestones of your journey:
- Comprehensive medical, dental and group plan benefits through Pacific Blue Cross to cover you and your family, during moments that matter
- Membership in a “Gold Plated” defined contribution pension plan with BC Public Service (PSPP), meaning it’s the best in the Province and one of the best in the country; putting you in a strong position when it comes time to retire
- Access to Fitness and Lifestyle Centers to prioritize personal wellness and help you take care of your physical fitness and health
- Various programs that support employees such as an Employee Assistance Program and Health and Wellness initiatives and events aimed at promoting your mental health
- A complimentary employee Bus Pass (plus taxable dependent passes)
- A Corporate Learning and Development Program to help you in your continuous career growth and achieving your full potential
- An Employee Recognition Program that celebrates Employees for doing awesome work!
- Social Club events so you can connect with people in your community, with purpose
What next steps could look like...
- Interviews will be conducted in Novemeber 2025.
- An eligibility list for future full time regular and temporary full time vacancies may be established
- The position requires the completion of a Criminal Record Check or Vulnerable Sector Search.
- If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you by contacting careers@bctransit.com
- BC Transit is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If the organization identifies this position as a reasonable accommodation for an existing employee, all candidates will be notified as soon as reasonably possible
At BC Transit, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace; if you’re excited about this role and you have a combination of education and experience that you feel would fulfill its requirements, we encourage you to apply. In keeping with this belief, we do not discriminate on any basis. Should you require any accommodation or have questions, please let us know.
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