Employment Opportunity – Mechanic

Town of Cochrane; Northeastern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Cochrane is currently seeking a Mechanic in the Infrastructure Services Department, stationed in Cochrane, Ontario. The successful candidate will repair small equipment and light to heavy‑duty vehicles and ensure certified mechanical status for Town vehicles.

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, permanent full‑time employment. After‑hours availability may be required for emergencies and seasonal activities. Criminal record check required.

Qualifications

• Current Heavy Equipment Technician 421A License or equivalent experience.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative consistently with a commitment to quality improvement.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize workload and perform tasks without direct supervision.
• Available for after-hours work for emergency breakdowns and for seasonal activities.
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required for this position.
• Please see the job description.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs on small equipment, light and heavy‑duty vehicles.
• Carry out mechanical certification of all vehicles within the Town of Cochrane.

Skills

421A License

Job description

The Corporation of the Town of Cochrane

Employment Opportunity - Mechanic

This position will remain open until filled.

October 7, 2026

Job Title

Mechanic

Department

Infrastructure Department

Location

Rate of Pay

$34.68 to $36.11 per hour

Benefits and Defined Benefit Pension

Hours of Work

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Position Status

Permanent Full-time

Application Deadline

This position will remain open until filled.

Job Summary

The Town of Cochrane is currently seeking highly skilled individuals for a mechanic, within our Infrastructure Services Department, to join the team in Cochrane, Ontario. The successful individual will be responsible for the mechanical repairs of small equipment, light duty and heavy-duty vehicles and mechanical certification of all vehicles within the Town of Cochrane. They will display their best collaboration and communication skills while safely and competently carrying out the position’s duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Heavy Equipment Technician 421A License or equivalent experience.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative consistently with a commitment to quality improvement, sharing process improvement initiatives with management.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize workload and perform tasks without direct supervision.
• Available for after-hours work for emergency breakdowns and for seasonal activities.
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required for this position.
• Please see the job description.

The Town of Cochrane is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please call [phone].
Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.