General Service Technician

The City of Brantford; Brantford; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government agency in Brantford seeks a General Service Technician responsible for maintaining transit buses and fleet vehicles, including cleaning and servicing duties. The ideal candidate should hold a valid 'G' driver's license, understand basic vehicle maintenance, and be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. This role offers a competitive rewards package and a chance to contribute to community service.

Benefits

Paid training and professional development

Flexible work from home options

Wellness and work-life balance

Qualifications

• Valid 'G' class Ontario driver's license required.
• Understanding of basic vehicle maintenance is necessary.
• Physically fit; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Fueling, cleaning, disinfecting, and servicing fleet vehicles.
• Checking engine oil, transmission, coolant levels, and tire pressure.
• Open and close the building, perform housekeeping duties.

Skills

Basic vehicle maintenance

Ability to work independently

Physical fitness

Education

Valid 'G' class Ontario driver's license

Valid 'DZ' driver's license (asset)

Job description

Position Summary

Situated on the picturesque Grand River, the City of Brantford is a rapidly growing community of over 100,000 residents, located in the heart of Southern Ontario with direct access to Hwy. 403 and is in close proximity to the GTHA, Waterloo and Niagara regions. As a single-tier municipality, Brantford is responsible for the full spectrum of municipal service areas. We invite you to join our #TeamBrantford corporate culture with many progressive initiatives, including our hybrid work environment. The City is committed to the professional development of our staff and invite you to come, grow with us!

Reporting to the Fleet Service Coordinator - Transit, the General Service Technician will be responsible for fueling, cleaning, disinfecting and servicing transit buses, and other fleet vehicles. Duties will include checking engine oil, transmission, coolant and washer fluid levels, checking tire pressure and reporting defects. Cleaning duties will include the complete exterior and interior of Fleet vehicles, windows, floors, handrails, seats and driver platforms. Seasonal cleaning campaigns will include engine components, interior light fixtures, ceilings and seat shampooing. You will also be required to open and close the building, housekeeping of Service Center building, trash collection and disposal, sweeping, window cleaning and pressure washing of shop floors and assisting mechanical staff as required. The hours of work include, but are not limited to, evenings, nights, weekdays, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a valid "G" class Ontario driver's license, a valid "DZ" driver's license would be an asset
• Have an understanding of basic vehicle maintenance
• The ability to work independently
• The ability to work afternoons, nights and / or weekends
• Be physically fit with the ability to lift up to 50lbs, and be able to perform the duties outlined herein within a reasonable time

As a condition of employment, proof of current and valid certificate(s) and / or educational qualifications will be required.

What We Offer

The City of Brantford is an equal opportunity employer that values equity, diversity and inclusion. At the City of Brantford, people are our priority. #TeamBrantford employees are our most valuable resource and we believe it's important to offer a competitive total rewards package.

Paid training and professional development, the flexibility to work from home in some positions and wellness and work life balance are just some of the great things the City of Brantford has to offer. When you work with us, you'll know you're doing important work that matters and helps build a better Brantford. Come grow with us.

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