Journeyperson Automotive Mechanic

City of Grande Prairie; Alberta; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Municipal Government located in Alberta is seeking a qualified Journeyperson Automotive Mechanic to join the Fleet Services Department. This role involves maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment, ensuring safety, and requires a strong background in automotive and heavy-duty mechanics. The ideal candidate will hold a Red Seal certification and have experience with fleet vehicle maintenance. A competitive starting salary of $48.94 per hour is offered, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Seeking an Automotive Mechanic with experience in maintaining fleet vehicles.
• Must have strong mechanical skills and be safety conscious.
• Experience in diagnosing and repairing emergency vehicles is a definite asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair a variety of mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose electrical and aftermarket systems effectively.
• Ensure safe work practices and maintain effective work team relationships.

Skills

Automotive Mechanic

Electrical systems diagnostic

Heavy lifting

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Inter-Provincial (Red Seal) Journeyman Certificates

Automotive and Heavy Duty Mechanic certifications

Tools

Automotive diagnostic tools

Personal tools and storage box

Job description

Organization

City of Grande Prairie

Region

Alberta

Application Deadline

January 9, 2026

Type

Full time

Category

Mechanics & vehicle maintenance

Description

The City of Grande Prairie is a vibrant, growing community located in the beautiful Peace Country region of Alberta. We are committed to providing exceptional public service and enhancing the quality of life for all residents. Grande Prairie is a great place to live, work, and play. Our Fleet Services Department is looking for a dedicated Journeyperson Automotive Mechanic to join the team.

Position Responsibilities

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Drivers License (Class 3 will be required after hire)
• Inter-Provincial (Red Seal) Journeyman Certificates as Automotive Mechanic
• Automotive and Heavy Duty Mechanic certifications with strong experience with electrical and aftermarket systems will be considered an asset.
• Experience in diagnosing and repair of emergency vehicles and accessories would be considered a definite asset
• Experience in maintaining fleet vehicles and equipment is an asset
• Perform duties effectively and efficiently as assigned
• Maintain safe work practices and a safe working environment
• Ensure effective care and use of tools, equipment, vehicles, materials and assigned work areas
• Must provide own tools and storage box
• Promote effective employee/employer relations
• Establish and maintain effective work team relationships within Fleet and with other City employees and the public

Hours

The standard workweek consists of an average of 40 hours, with the specific schedule being determined by the immediate supervisor.

Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Grande Prairie is committed to building and sustaining an inclusive work environment composed of individuals with unique experiences, perspectives, talents, and contributions who welcome, support, respect and value all members of the community.

Selection Process

We appreciate your interest in our organization, and we thank you in advance for your application. Candidates selected for an interview will be notified via phone or email.

• To apply for this position, please visit Job Postings | City of Grande Prairie
• Our application review process includes a thorough evaluation of all submissions. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview scheduling.
• This posting will be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found.
• This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in this position.
• This posting may be used to fill more than one position.

Note

After submitting your application and uploading your resume, you should expect to receive an email confirmation indicating that your application for this position has been successfully submitted. If you receive this email, there is no need for any additional contact with us regarding this position. To efficiently manage the high volume of applications we receive for each job posting, we are unable to address job-specific inquiries prior to the interview stage. However, if you progress to the job interview stage, we will gladly answer any questions you may have.

Qualifications

• The department is seeking an Automotive Mechanic. A dual-ticket mechanic (automotive and heavy duty certifications) would be considered an asset. As part of the team, this position will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a variety of mechanical equipment.
• You are a safety conscious team player looking for the chance to use your mechanical skills and knowledge in a variety of applications, able to work independently without close, direct supervision and physically be able to perform heavy lifting, pull heavy objects, and climb ladders.
• We are seeking an Automotive Mechanic for this role with strong electrical and diagnostic backgrounds.

Compensation

Starting salary $48.94 per hour as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package. What We Offer | City of Grande Prairie (cityofgp.com)

Contact

Contact: https://cityofgp.com/city-government/working-city/job-postings