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Mechanic

Peace River North – School District #60

Transportation · Fort St John, B.C.

Job description

Position Description:

There is a position available for a Mechanic in the Transportation Department with School District #60. Applications must be completed online and will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Reporting to the Transportation Supervisor and Transportation Working Lead, this position is responsible for maintaining the School District vehicle fleet including school buses, motorized and non-motorized maintenance vehicles, as well as compressors, light plants and grounds equipment.

Hours of work: Eight (8) hours per day, five (5) days/week

Duties to Commence: As soon as possible after closing

Work Year Base: Twelve (12) months per year

Commencing Salary: $43.81/hr.

Duties:

  • Carries out duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor.
  • Performs mechanical and electronic diagnoses and repairs on vehicles and equipment.
  • Performs safety checks and road tests vehicles.
  • Keeps a clean and well maintained workplace at all times.
  • Fills out work orders as required.
  • May be called upon to act as lead hand in the absence of the Working Foreman - Transportation.
  • Follows proper safety rules and standards by ensuring the worksite is safe and secure, that equipment and vehicles are operated according to set standards.
  • Ensure the safe handling of hazardous materials (WHMIS) and the safe use and operation of equipment and hand tools.
  • Informs the Supervisor(s) and/or Administrative Officer of vandalized equipment or property.
  • Performs other job related duties as directed by the Transportation Supervisor.

Qualifications and Attributes:

  • Inter provincial Red Seal Certified Heavy Duty or Commercial Transport Mechanic
  • Knowledge of computerized diagnostic equipment
  • Minimum Class 5 driver's licence with air brakes endorsement
  • Acceptable Driver's abstract
  • Vehicle inspectors certificate would be an asset
  • WHMIS Certificate and other online safety training provided by the District to be completed within the probationary period
  • Other applicable safety training and/or certifications as provided by the District to be completed as needed
  • Must be able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search conducted by the District prior to starting employment
  • Good interpersonal skills and the ability to be an integral part of a team
  • Ability to work independently and set priorities

Please Note: Proof of graduation and or highest level of education is required prior to starting work

For more information please contact:

Janet Peterson, Transportation Supervisor (250)263-6426 or email transportation@prn.bc.ca

All applications must be made through Make A Future website for consideration for the position. If you require assistance with the online application process please contact Colleen Stewart at 250-262-6008 or hrcupe@prn.bc.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About this occupation

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.

Typical duties

  • This group performs some or all of the following duties:
  • Automotive service technicians
  • Review work orders and discuss work with supervisor
  • Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicle, and test automotive systems and components using computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate faults
  • Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of automotive systems including fuel system, brakes, steering and suspension, engine and drive train, emission control and exhaust, cooling and climate control, and electrical and electronic systems using hand tools and other specialized automotive repair equipment
  • Test and adjust repaired systems to manufacturer's performance specifications

Usual requirements

  • Automotive service technicians
  • Completion of secondary school and training courses or a vocational program are usually required.
  • Completion of a four-year automotive service technician apprenticeship program or A combination of over four years of work experience and industry courses in automotive technology is required to be eligible for trade certification.
  • Trade certification for automotive service technicians is compulsory in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Ontario and Alberta and available, but voluntary, in Newfoundland and Labrador, Quebec, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, the Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.

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What you’ll do

Maintain the school district vehicle fleet, including school buses, maintenance vehicles, compressors, light plants, and grounds equipment. Perform mechanical and electronic diagnoses and repairs on vehicles and equipment. Perform safety checks and road tests. Complete work orders. Maintain a clean and well-maintained workplace. Follow safety rules and standards. Handle hazardous materials safely. Operate equipment and hand tools safely. Report vandalized equipment or property. Act as lead hand when required. Perform other job-related duties as directed

What you’ll need

Interprovincial Red Seal certification as a Heavy Duty or Commercial Transport Mechanic. Knowledge of computerized diagnostic equipment. Minimum Class 5 driver's licence with air brakes endorsement. Acceptable driver's abstract. Vehicle inspector certificate is an asset. WHMIS certificate and other required safety training. Ability to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search. Good interpersonal and teamwork skills. Ability to work independently and set priorities. Proof of graduation or highest level of education

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