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Employment Status

Union - CUPE Local 402 - Regular Full-Time

Scope

Recently awarded by the American Public Works Association and a Top BC Employer, we are looking to add to our dedicated team, an Automotive/Heavy Duty/Commercial Mechanic. The incumbent will perform skilled trade tasks involving considerable physical effort and active performance in maintaining, servicing and repairing a wide variety of multiple fuel type vehicles and equipment.

Responsibilities

As the successful candidate, you will:
Perform a variety of tasks including mechanical overhaul, maintenance, servicing, and repair on a wide variety of equipment from light duty automotive vehicles, dump trucks, excavators, snowplows, salt spreaders etc.

Inspect and troubleshoot equipment with the use of diagnostic equipment to determine cause of malfunction.

Carry out repairs and servicing of vehicles and equipment including engines, transmissions, differentials, hydraulic components, brakes, suspension, and winter maintenance items.

Complete fabrication of components, welding, and repairs to components.

Interact directly with internal customers and crew members.

Qualifications

Grade 12 or GED.

Red seal Automotive/Commercial Transport and/or Heavy Duty Mechanic Trades Qualification from technical/trades college.

A minimum of 5 years experience and on the job training as a qualified Trades mechanic is preferred.

Preferred - valid BC Class 3 Driver’s license with air brake endorsement or out of province equivalent and a safe driving record.

Demonstrated experience performing repairs on commercial vehicles, heavy duty equipment (e.g., medium duty and heavy-duty trucks, backhoes, excavators).

Demonstrated experience communicating and interacting directly with customers regarding mechanical matters; and

Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program certification is an asset.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Communicates effectively

Understands and effectively carries out oral and written instructions.

Establishes effective working relationships with crew members and others.

Plans and organizes work projects.

Maintains records, prepares reports and provides input for estimates of material, equipment and cost.

Performs skilled mechanical tasks to diagnose, overhaul, repair, maintain and adjust equipment and vehicles.

Operates a variety of vehicles and equipment and working knowledge of same.

Experience in gas, MIG and stick electric welding tasks.

Interprets and works from blueprints, drawings and plans.

Considerable knowledge of methods, techniques, and equipment used in automotive, commercial transport and heavy duty mechanical trades.

Knowledge of applicable safety regulations.

Physical coordination necessary to carry out the duties of the position.

Other Information

Number of Job Openings: 1

Hourly Rate: $43.30 (2024 rate)

Note: This position is for the afternoon shift. The hours of work are from 3:30pm to 11:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Staff have the ability to earn allowances for extra certificates they may hold over and above their one Red Seal Certification. Certification 2024 Rate ($) Additional Mechanic Trade 1.58 Additional Non-Mechanic Trade 1.18 Auto Electrician 1.18 HVAC Air Conditioning 0.95 CVIP Air Brake 0.76 Natural Gas 0.76 Propane 0.76 Air Care 0.74 ABS Brake 0.74 Hydraulic 0.73

Conditions of Employment

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

This position involves completion of a Police Information Check.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until September 16, 2025.

Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community