Chief Mechanic or Truck and Coach Technician

Sioux Lookout; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CUPE Local 2141 wage: Chief Mechanic $

CUPE Local 2141 wage: Truck & Coach $

Job summary

Sioux Lookout is seeking a Chief Mechanic or Truck and Coach Technician to maintain municipal heavy‑duty vehicles and equipment, including snow removal and fleet maintenance. The successful applicant will hold requisite certificates and a MOT Vehicle Inspector License, with at least five years of progressive experience and capacity to mentor apprentices.

Wages are CUPE Local 2141: Chief Mechanic at $41.91/hour and Truck and Coach Technician at $40.79/hour, each on a 40‑hour week.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive heavy equipment mechanics experience.
• Provides mentorship to the Apprentice Mechanic.
• Uses computerized and manual testing equipment to identify faults and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain municipal heavy-duty vehicles and equipment used for road maintenance, construction, snow removal, and material handling.
• Use computerized and manual testing equipment to identify mechanical faults and required repairs.
• Adjust and replace defective parts, components, or systems using the appropriate tools and techniques.
• Perform routine servicing, including cleaning, lubrication, and adjustments.
• Respond to emergency or roadside repairs on occasion.
• Promote and demonstrate workplace safety.
• Maintain accurate records and a clean, organized workshop

Skills

Mentorship

Diagnostic ability

Education

Certificate of Qualification - Motor Vehicle Mechanic

Certificate of Qualification - Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic

Ministry of Transportation Vehicle Inspector License

Tools

Testing equipment (diagnostic)

Job description

Chief Mechanic or Truck and Coach Technician

November 27, 2026 - 1:00pm

Chief Mechanic

• Certificate of Qualification for Motor Vehicle Mechanic AND Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic.
• Ministry of Transportation Vehicle Inspector License.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive heavy equipment mechanics experience.
• Provides mentorship to the Apprentice Mechanic
• Services attachments such as blades, plows, winches, and side booms.
• Services attachments such as blades and plows

CUPE Local 2141 • $41.91 per hour • 40 hrs per week

Truck and Coach Technician

• Certificate of Qualification for Truck and Coach Technician (310T)
• Class “DZ” license preferred but not required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience as a licensed technician.
• Conducts annual safety inspections on trucks and trailers, and performs minor welding repairs.
• Also services light-duty trucks (1/2-ton) and accepts direction from the Chief Mechanic.
• Performs diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on tandem and single-axle trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment.

CUPE Local 2141 • $40.79 per hour • 40 hrs per week

What The Role Involves

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain municipal heavy-duty vehicles and equipment used for road maintenance, construction, snow removal, and material handling.
• Use computerized and manual testing equipment to identify mechanical faults and required repairs.
• Adjust and replace defective parts, components, or systems using the appropriate tools and techniques.
• Perform routine servicing, including cleaning, lubrication, and adjustments.
• Respond to emergency or roadside repairs on occasion.
• Promote and demonstrate workplace safety.
• Maintain accurate records and a clean, organized workshop

Please note: This posting is intended to fill a single vacancy. Depending on the qualifications of the successful applicant, the Municipality may hire either a Chief Mechanic or a Truck and Coach Technician.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information gathered will be used for the purpose of job selection. Any queries relating to the collection of personal information should be directed to the Office of the Clerk. For additional information, visit our website at www.siouxlookout.ca .

The Municipality of Sioux Lookout is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion, and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, as we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Accommodations are available upon request at all stages of the hiring process.