Join us to shape the future of St. Catharines! At the City of St. Catharines, we are committed to realizing the vision outlined in Strategic Plan . Our goal is to cultivate a city that thrives on safety, innovation, sustainability, and caring—not just for today, but for generations to come. Join our team and be part of a meaningful journey to shape the future of our community, leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the present.

Here is what you can count on when you work with us:

• Great People: Work with a supportive team and leadership focused on your success.
• Make Your Mark: Share your ideas, drive change, and leave a lasting impact through modernization efforts.
• Training & Development: Access training and development funds to support your professional growth.
• Competitive Pay: Receive competitive pay from a certified Ontario Living Wage Employer.
• Pension Plan: Enjoy enrollment in the OMERS pension plan with matched contributions.
• Balance & Benefits: Experience flexibility through our hybrid work environment, plus health, dental, and vision benefits (available to eligible employees).

Job Details Job ID: 2025-169

Pay Rate: $37.87

Hours: 40 per week

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Location: St. Catharines, ON

Work Mode: In Person

Employee Group: CUPE Local 150

Position Type Permanent, Full-time

Duration: Ongoing

Summary Posting Close Date: To perform skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment and to perform associated duties.

Duties And Responsibilities (These set out the principal functions, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements.)

• Repair and maintain City owned vehicles and equipment (i.e. trucks, loaders, tractors, sweepers, firefighting, ice resurfacing, park maintenance, etc.).
• Perform diagnosis, road test, and safety check vehicles and equipment as required.
• Perform other mechanical duties (i.e. placing, removing, repairing and maintaining vehicle attachments for snow plows, sanders, ice resurfacers, snow blowers, sweepers, etc.) in addition to repair or modify water valves, tools, weld and fabricate, etc.
• Pick up and deliver vehicles when necessary.
• Perform general shop clean-up duties.
• Ensure equipment is safe to operate, securely stored and practice good housekeeping of vehicle and work area.
• Provide excellent customer service; respond to needs of all customers and staff as required.
• Efficiently and accurately complete paperwork (e.g. daily performance logs, time sheets and accident reports).
• Perform other similar and related duties as required.

Position Requirements

• Grade 12 diploma or General Educational Development (GED) Certificate.
• Current Ontario Government Certificate of Qualification (Automotive Service Technician).
• Graduation as a Truck and Coach Technician.
• Drive Clean Certification preferred.
• Ozone Depletion Protection (ODP) Certification with air conditioning experience preferred.
• Propane, Natural Gas and Hydraulic Certifications preferred.
• Valid – Standard First Aid / CPR C Certification as recognized through the Workplace Safety Insurance Board (WSIB).
• Valid, unrestricted Class “DZ” licence.
• Formal training and experience with the Occupational Health and Safety Act in particular as it relates to maintenance and construction activities (e.g. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fall arrest, trench safety).
• 3 – 5 years of recent automotive repair experience including engine management systems (i.e. demonstrated ability to diagnose and troubleshoot).
• A demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture. Knowledge of City of St. Catharines safety policies preferred.
• Proven completion of Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness training.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Ontario Traffic Manual with emphasis on Book 7 preferred. Ability to safely set up traffic control in work zones during roadway or utility construction and maintenance operations.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job as described in the physical demands analysis (PDA).
• Availability to work flexible hours (e.g. working shifts for a 7 day, 24 hour operation, overtime, winter control).
• Effective time management skills and attention to detail with the ability to organize work to meet deadlines, multi-task and work independently in situations with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional customer service skills with a strong sense of public service and cooperation, and well developed abilities to deal with the public and citizens’ groups.
• Basic computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office Suite an asset.
• Must provide own set of tools, metric and SAE.

The City of St. Catharines is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

Other Requirements Other Position Requirements include:

Candidates selected for the position will be required to complete the Ministry of Labour’s Worker Health and Safety Awareness training and provide proof of the educational credentials listed on their resume and job application.

Equal Opportunity Employer The City of St. Catharines is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and respectful work environment. We celebrate the uniqueness of every individual. Our community is enriched by people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences—a value reflected in our 2023–2027 Strategic Plan.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement? We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and education levels to apply. While specific qualifications may be required for certain roles, we assess each applicant’s overall suitability. Please note that unionized roles are subject to collective agreement requirements.

Accommodation We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact Human Resources at hrreps@stcatharines.ca.

Application Process To ensure transparency and fairness, all applications must be submitted online through our application portal. Please keep your contact information up to date and regularly check your spam and junk email folders, as important communications may be directed there.

Interviews and Assessments Depending on the role, interviews may be conducted via video conferencing or in person. Various tests and/or assessments may be administered as part of the selection process.

Use of AI The City of St. Catharines does not use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in any part of the recruitment process.