Apprentice/Journeyperson Mechanic - Transit

City of Regina; Regina; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government organization is seeking an experienced Mechanic to work in Transit Fleet Maintenance. The position requires a Journeyperson Certificate and experience in heavy-duty mechanical repair. Responsibilities include performing overhauls on bus engines and diagnosing defects. The organization offers a competitive wage, health benefits, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Health & Dental coverage

Training programs

Employee recognition

80% Health & Dental coverage

Group Life Insurance/Long Term Disability

Civic Pension plan

Qualifications

• Completion of a Journeyperson Certificate in relevant trades.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in truck and transport mechanical repair.
• Training in heavy-duty automatic transmission preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and overhauls on bus engines and various components.
• Assist in ordering parts for equipment repair.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical defects.

Skills

Knowledge of heavy-duty and automotive equipment

Ability to follow instructions

Mechanical and electrical diagnostics

Report preparation

Cooperative work relations

Education

Journeyperson Certificate in Truck and Transport Trade

Tools

Allison Automatic Transmissions

ZF Transmissions

Cummins diesel engines

Job description

Overview

Job ID: 1204  Openings: Up to 5  Jurisdiction: Local 588  Division: City Operations  Department: Transit  Location: City of Regina, Regina, Saskatchewan, CA  Type of Posting: Internal & External  Desired Employment Status: Permanent  Profession: Skilled Trades  Experience Level: Intermediate  Education Level: Completion of a Journeyperson Certificate in Truck and Transport Trade, Heavy Duty Mechanics, Agriculture Machinery Technician or Automotive Service Technician

Date Posted: March 19, 2025  Closing Date: Open until filled

Hourly Salary: $42.90 - $45.55 (2024 Rates) (Includes $3.00/hr Market Supplement). Certified Journeyperson will start from step 3 at $45.55.

Apprentice Rates (2024 Rates):

• 1st year: $27.55/hr
• 2nd year: $30.78/hr (Includes $0.75/hr Market Supplement)
• 3rd year: $34.14/hr (Includes $1.50/hr Market Supplement)
• 4th year: $37.74/hr (Includes $2.25/hr Market Supplement)

Land Acknowledgement

We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and Métis Nation, honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Regina is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace, allowing everyone to achieve their full potential. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, people of color, 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals of all genders, persons of disabilities, and members of equity-seeking communities, to apply.

The City of Regina is committed to ensuring accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform our Talent team and we'll collaborate with you to address your requirements.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance and overhauls bus engines, transmissions, differentials, brakes, suspension, steering, HVAC and all auxiliary equipment, including electrical components.
• Assists in determining and ordering parts and materials necessary for repair of equipment.
• Diagnoses mechanical and electrical defects.
• Performs Highway Traffic Board safety inspections and related repairs.
• Performs related duties as required.

Key Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of the practices, methods, tools and equipment used in the overhauling, repair and maintenance of heavy duty and automotive equipment.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings and manuals.
• Ability to prepare concise reports related to all work performed.
• Ability to maintain cooperative and harmonious working relations with other employees.
• Demonstrated skill in diagnosing mechanical defects on a variety of equipment.
• Typically, the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position are obtained through completion of a Journeyperson Certificate in Truck and Transport Trade, Heavy Duty Mechanics, Agriculture Machinery Technician or Automotive Service Technician, combined with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in truck and transport mechanical repair including training and experience in the heavy-duty automatic transmission and automotive electrical fields. Training and experience in Allison Automatic and ZF Transmissions, Automotive Electrical systems, and Cummins diesel engines is preferred.

Working / Other Conditions

• We offer a competitive wage and benefits package, ongoing training, and employee recognition programs.
• The City may consider relocation reimbursement costs for apprentice/journey person mechanic candidates outside of the surrounding Regina area.
• Permanent employees are eligible for 80% Health & Dental coverage plus a $300 Health Care Spending Account per year. Group Life Insurance/Long Term Disability plan and Civic Pension plan. Also 50% off for City facilities (Swimming passes, etc.).
• We offer a Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) program to assist with the financial burden of training, up to 95% of normal weekly earnings.
• Newly built facility in 2020: 60,000 square feet with 40- and 60-foot full-service and repair bays with hoists and environmentally sustainable standards. New tools and equipment are available for use.
• Education reimbursement, such as SUB program to assist with the financial burden of training, up to 95% of normal weekly earnings.
• This position is responsible for performing highly skilled journeyperson mechanic duties in the Transit Fleet Maintenance Branch. This position reports to the Supervisor of Maintenance and Equipment.

Additional Requirements

• Successful candidate may be required to obtain and provide a satisfactory criminal record check, as per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.
• Successful candidate will be required to provide proof of acquired education.
• Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Class 5A License.
• May be required to work varying day, evening and weekend shifts. Evening shifts are subject to a $1.00/Hour shift differential and Sunday shall be paid at the rate of time and a quarter.

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