Maintenance Specialist - Windsor, ON
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Bird launched micromobility. Now we’re shaping its future.
We’re Bird, and we’re on a mission to transform the way the world moves one ride at a time. Our products, services, and people share one common goal: to make cities more livable by empowering people and communities everywhere to move freely, discover new possibilities, and create a cleaner, more connected future. To cleaner air. To calmer streets. To cities built for people.
Who We Are
Bird is a global leader in micromobility, dedicated to shaping the future of urban movement. Our cleaner, affordable, and on-demand mobility solutions are available in over 200 cities worldwide.
We take a collaborative, community-first approach to micromobility. Bird partners closely with the cities in which it operates, leveraging our experience and safety-first technology to help them meet their shared mobility and climate goals and provide a reliable, affordable, and responsible transportation option for people who live and work there.
Our award-winning electric vehicles have empowered more than eighty-seven million rides in cities around the world and helped riders take carbon-free trips in more than 200 cities globally. And our teams are constantly pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo in pursuit of a brighter future.
Job Summary:
Join Bird’s mission to change the way the world moves, one ride at a time, by ensuring our award-winning electric vehicle fleet in Windsor is in peak condition. As a hands-on Vehicle Mechanic, you will repair and maintain our electric fleet and support warehouse operations to reduce carbon emissions and traffic. You will work with a motivated, tight-knit team to ensure every vehicle is safe and ready for the road.
Responsibilities:
- Execute Vehicle Repairs: Diagnose and repair electric scooters and bikes, ranging from quick mechanical fixes to full vehicle refurbishments.
- Manage Warehouse Efficiency: Maintain an organized workspace by moving scooters and managing parts inventory to support flow.
- Maintain Safety Standards: Follow strict safety protocols while using hand tools and operating in a warehouse environment.
- Collaborate on Technical Learnings: Communicate roadblocks and repair insights to the team and supervisors to improve fleet health.
- Support Logistics Operations: Assist with fleet staging and prepare vehicles for deployment by the operations team.
- Utilize Digital Tools: Use smartphone applications and internal software to track repair status and inventory usage.
- Previous experience in maintenance, logistics, or warehousing is preferred; mechanics, apprentices, or students are encouraged to apply.
- Proficiency with hand tools and comfort using smartphone apps in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills with a quick-learning mindset.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and remain on your feet for up to 8 hours.
- Must have weekend availability and a flexible attitude toward seasonal shift changes.
Highly Desired:
- A passion for technology, micro-mobility, or environmental sustainability
Pay: 18.00 CAD
Why Bird Matters
Every time you hop on a Bird, you’re helping build a more livable city. We focus on four core pillars that reflect the impact of every ride:
- Freedom: We're the bridge that connects you to every experience—simple, convenient, and stress-free. We give you the freedom to move without limits.
- Exploration: We turn everyday trips into memorable experiences, sparking discovery and wonder as you connect with the world around you.
- Community: Taking a Bird is an act of citizenship. We create a sense of belonging and unity, knowing that the richer our communities become, the richer our lives become.
Sustainability: Our electric vehicles reduce gas-powered car usage and lower carbon emissions. We enable responsible choices, creating tangible impact and driving progress toward a cleaner future.
Sounds like a place you’d like to work? Sweet. Let’s chat.
Skills
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Basics
First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Location
Short answers (2)
- Preferred First Name optional
- Where are you located? (city, state)
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- At the time of applying, are you 21 years of age or older?
- Are you a current Bird employee?
- Have you previously worked for Bird Scooters or Spin Scooters?
- Can you lift up to 50 lbs with/without accommodation?
- Do you have experience using hand and power tools for repairs?
- Have you ever worked in a fast-paced repair environment?
- What types of repairs have you performed? Check all that apply
- How many years of experience do you have working as a mechanic or in repairs?
- Are you comfortable diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues?
- Are you legally authorized to work in the country where you are applying?
- Will you now, or in the future, require our company (Bird) to apply for, or support in any way, a work permit, visa, or other immigration-related authorization for you to legally work in the country where you are applying?
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Written answers (2)
- Do you have experience working on fleet maintenance for shared mobility services? Please list
- Have you worked on bikes, scooters, or similar vehicles before? Please explain.
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