Mechanic - Bus/Fleet Vehicles

The Langley School District is situated on the traditional unceded territories of the Matsqui, Kwantlen, Katzie, and Semiahmoo First Nations. At Langley School District, we prioritize student success through a holistic approach to education, valuing both academic achievement and personal growth. Our dedicated team of educators, support staff, and administrators work collaboratively to create dynamic learning experiences that inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity.

Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive community that celebrates diversity, innovation, and collaboration. Whether you're a seasoned educator or embarking on your journey in the field of education, Langley School District offers ample opportunities for professional growth and development.

Reports to the Mechanic Foreman and maintains and repairs buses, vehicles, grounds equipment and generators.

POSTING DETAILS

• Position - Mechanic
• Start Date - As soon as possible.
• Employment - Full-time, continuing position (40 hrs/wk)
• Hours - Monday to Friday (7:30am to 4:00pm)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains and repairs all buses, vehicles, grounds equipment and generators.
• Maintains preventative maintenance program according to Ministry of Transportation requirements.
• Installs, maintains and repairs alternate fuel systems.
• Orders parts, equipment, tools and supplies.
• Road tests vehicles.
• Operates tools and equipment of the trade.
• Respond to emergency situations as requested.
• Inspects (daily) and operates a service vehicle.
• Performs other assigned comparable duties which are within the scope of knowledge, skills and abilities required by this class specification.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of Grade 12.
• Apprenticeship and/or Trades Qualification Certificate (Commercial Transport Vehicle Repairs or Automotive Mechanical Repairs).
• Class 3 B.C. Driver's License, including Air Brake endorsement
• One-year related experience.
• Ability to perform a variety of skilled tasks in the maintenance of district vehicles, equipment and generators.
• Thorough and current knowledge of the standards, practices, regulations, methods, tools and equipment of the trade.
• Ability to communicate effectively using courtesy and tact in the explanation and exchange of information.
• Ability to determine, judge and select appropriate course of action within limits of established methods and procedures.
• Physical ability to perform the required duties

For your application to be considered, all required documents must be included:

• Resume
• Email addresses for a minimum of three references (ideally, former supervisors from your most recent/relevant role)
• Proof of completion of Grade 12 / graduation from high school (or completion of other post-secondary education)
• Scanned copy of your valid BC Driver’s license
• Recent copy of your driver’s abstract/history (obtained from ICBC)
• Copies of any relevant post-secondary certificates.

In accordance with the Criminal Record Review Act, successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Record Check prior to employment.

We thank you for your interest in the Langley School District; however, only those persons selected for interviews will be contacted.

This job is classed under Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers (NOC 72410) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.

Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers inspect, diagnose, repair and service mechanical, electrical and electronic systems and components of cars, buses, and light and commercial transport trucks. They are employed by motor vehicle dealers, garages, truck and trailer dealerships, fleet maintenance companies, and service stations, automotive specialty shops, transportation companies and retail establishments which have automotive service shops. This unit group also includes mechanical repairers who perform major repairs and replacement of mechanical units on newly assembled motor vehicles. They are employed by motor vehicle manufacturing companies. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

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