Fleet Equipment Technician

District of Saanich; Victoria; On-site; CAD 44,142 - 62,869; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

A regional municipality is seeking a Fleet Equipment Technician responsible for preventative maintenance and repairs of public works equipment. Candidates should have Grade 12 or equivalent, relevant education, and two years of experience in service and minor maintenance tasks. The role offers a competitive wage of CA$38.84 per hour and excellent benefits. Work schedule is Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. Applications are due by January 18, 2026, quoting competition 25312.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent; relevant post-secondary education.
• Two years of experience in vehicle or equipment service.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain equipment tool crib areas and track inventory.
• Schedule, perform major and minor repairs.
• Support the Fleet Operations Centre as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of servicing equipment

Minor repairs

Welding

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

One year post-secondary education related to equipment maintenance

Tools

Fork lift certification

Job description

Overview

The District of Saanich is seeking Fleet Equipment Technicians who will be responsible for the preventative maintenance, repair, and daily running of all Public Works small tools and equipment. They will also assist Fleet Operations Centre as required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the equipment tool crib areas, track and purchase inventory of repair/replacement parts.
• Schedule and perform major overhauls; perform minor repairs and welding services.
• Support the Fleet Operations Centre as needed.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent; one year of post-secondary education related to equipment and maintenance;
• Two years of experience performing vehicle or equipment service and minor maintenance tasks in a shop environment;
• Knowledge of servicing and maintaining equipment; knowledge of WorkSafe BC regulations, WHMIS, and the Motor Vehicle Act;
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's licence;
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Assets

• Valid Class 3 BC Driver's licence with air brake endorsement and/or heavy trailer endorsement;
• Fork lift certification;
• Experience in Fleet/Public Works shop; welding experience or training.

Schedule

The successful candidates will work Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm or 7:30am-4:00pm (40 hours per week).

Compensation and Benefits

This is a CUPÉ Local 2011 position with a wage of $38.84 per hour (2024 rate) plus an excellent benefits package. Base pay range CA$38.84/hr. See competition details at www.saanich.ca. Please apply by 11:45 p.m. on January 18, 2026, quoting competition 25312.

About the Employer

The District of Saanich is the largest municipality in the Greater Victoria area, employing over 1,500 people and serving about 117,000 residents. We are an equal and inclusive employer that values diversity and high-performing teams.