Casual Heavy Duty / Mechanic – Kelowna

Transdev; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

Transdev in Kelowna, BC is seeking a Red Seal Heavy Duty / Commercial Mechanic or a currently registered 4th-year apprentice for a casual, unionized position. You will maintain a safe, reliable fleet and perform preventive maintenance and inspections.

The role requires diagnosing mechanical systems, repairing brakes and drivetrains, and servicing BEBs with training provided. Class 5 license with air brake endorsement is required; Class 2 license training available.

Qualifications

• Red Seal/HDE certification or registered 4th-year apprentice.
• Valid Class 5 BC driver's license with air brake endorsement.
• Willingness to obtain Class 2 license within three months.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and annual vehicle inspections.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and drivetrain systems.
• Complete brake repairs, suspension repairs, engine diagnostics, tune-ups, clutch replacements, transmission repairs, and other fleet maintenance activities.
• Remove, overhaul, repair, and reinstall vehicle components.
• Maintain and service battery-electric buses (BEBs) with training provided.
• Accurately complete work orders and maintenance documentation.
• Maintain records of parts, supplies, and maintenance activities.
• Inspect completed repairs and verify vehicle readiness before return to service.
• Attend road calls and emergency breakdown repairs when required.
• Identify potentially unsafe equipment and recommend corrective actions.

Education

Red Seal Heavy Duty / Commercial Mechanic Certification

Fourth-year apprentice (registered)

Class 5 BC Driver's Licence with Air Brake Endorsement

Willingness to obtain Class 2 licence within three months

Job description

Earn $48.09/hour | Unionized Position | Casual

Join Transdev and help keep Kelowna moving.

At Transdev, our technicians play a critical role in keeping communities connected. Every day, our maintenance team ensures our vehicles operate safely, reliably, and efficiently so passengers can depend on the services we provide.

If you're a Red Seal Heavy Duty / Commercial Mechanic, or a qualified 4th-year apprentice, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Transdev?

• Earn$48.09/hour under a unionized collective agreement
• Flexible casual work based on operational needs
• A positive and collaborative team environment

What You'll Do

As a Mechanic at Transdev, you'll play a key role in maintaining a safe, reliable, and high-performing fleet. Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing preventive maintenance, safety inspections, and annual vehicle inspections
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and drivetrain systems
• Completing brake repairs, suspension repairs, engine diagnostics, tune-ups, clutch replacements, transmission repairs, and other fleet maintenance activities
• Removing, overhauling, repairing, and reinstalling vehicle components
• Maintaining and servicing battery-electric buses (BEBs) with training provided
• Accurately completing work orders and maintenance documentation
• Maintaining records of parts, supplies, and maintenance activities
• Inspecting completed repairs and verifying vehicle readiness before return to service
• Attending road calls and emergency breakdown repairs when required
• Identifying potentially unsafe equipment and recommending corrective actions
• Moving vehicles safely throughout the facility and designated work areas
• Following all Transdev maintenance, safety, and environmental procedures
• Working collaboratively with shop managers and shop supervisors and fellow technicians to maximize fleet reliability

The Impact You'll Make

• Help keep passengers, operators, and the public safe through quality repairs and inspections
• Support reliable transit service by reducing vehicle downtime
• Contribute to a safe, professional, and efficient maintenance operation
• Play an important role in keeping essential transportation services running for the community
• Share your expertise and contribute to a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

• Red Seal Heavy Duty / Commercial Mechanic Certification, or currently registered as a 4th-year apprentice
• Class 5 BC Driver's Licence with Air Brake Endorsement
• Willingness to obtain a Class 2 licence within three months of hire (training provided)
• Valid CVIP Inspection Certificate
• Appropriate mechanic's tool set
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work assigned shifts

Schedule & Location

• Kelowna, BC
• Casual position with shifts scheduled based on operational requirements