Licensed Fleet Technician

City-of-Markha; Markham; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Markham is seeking a Replacement Fleet Technician to ensure City vehicles and equipment stay in top condition, meeting legislated standards and internal guidelines. Reporting to the Supervisor, Fleet & Supplies, you’ll diagnose and repair complex systems on automotive, truck, and heavy equipment, with attention to safety and quality.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 7 years of relevant experience, and automotive certificates (310S/310T) or registered apprenticeship for

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid DZ driver’s license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Certification: Automotive Technician (310 S) and Truck/Coach (310 T) preferred; registered apprentice possible for second cert.
• Minimum of 7 years related maintenance experience.
• Own tools suitable to trade required.
• Physically capable of performing all duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform mandatory commercial vehicle inspections per National Safety Code and related acts.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and fuel systems on fleet equipment.
• Standby and overtime as required.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment meet legislated standards and internal requirements.
• Operate and maintain shop equipment; fabrication and welding as needed.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Welding skills

DZ Driver's License

7 years experience

Tools required

Mechanic license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shop equipment knowledge

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Department and Commission : Operations, Community Services
Affiliation: CUPE Outside Local 905
V acancy T ype:Replacement
Posting Date:September 11, 2026
Application Deadline: September 27, 2026

The City of Markham is consistently ranked among Canada’s top municipal employers. In 2026, the City received its sixth consecutive Canada’s Best Employers recognition from Forbes and Statista Inc., placing third among municipalities and 15th overall in Government Services. An award winning municipality, Markham is recognized for its leadership in sustainability, innovative urban planning, and strong fiscal management. Serving a diverse and growing community of more than 370,000 residents, Markham combines rich heritage with a vibrant local economy and offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, impactful work that helps strengthen the community we serve.
Join us and make a lasting difference!

Please note that the shifts will be Monday - Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. You will be required to be on-call approximately once a month

JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Supervisor, Fleet & Supplies, you will be responsible for ensuring the City vehicles and equipment are in optimal operating condition in accordance with legislated standards and internal requirements

Key Duties And Responsibilities:

• Performing mandatory commercial vehicle inspections and other inspections in compliance with the National Safety Code, Commercial Vehicle Operators Registration System, and the Highway Traffic Act
• Diagnosing and performing repairs to complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and fuel systems as they apply to automotive, truck, agricultural, turf and heavy equipment units
• Additional duties as required
• Standby and the ability to work overtime is required.
• In addition to a High School diploma or equivalent, you possess a valid Ministry of College Of Trades Automotive Technician Certificate (310 S Automotive)* and Truck and Coach Certificate (310 T Truck and Coach)
• Candidates with a certificate (310S or 310T) may be considered if they are registered apprentice for the second certification and will be compensated at the lower hourly rate until the second certificate obtained.
• 7 years of related experience
• Valid ‘DZ’ Driver’s License or able to get within 6 months
• Skilled in the operations of various shop equipment and demonstrated fabrication and welding skills
• Sound knowledge of computers and laptop diagnostics
• Advanced courses in related discipline are considered an asset
• Must supply own tools suitable to trade requirements
• Physically capable of performing all the duties identified above
• Consideration will be given first to internal candidates who have a mechanics license
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide a driver’s abstract meeting current satisfactory requirements (0 demerit points, no more than 1 moving violation, and no more than 1 non-moving violation)

Core Behaviours:

• Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
• Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
• Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
• Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
• Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
• Management & Leadership:Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.

Core Values

At the City of Markham, our work is guided by a shared set of core values that shape how we serve our community and support one another.

• Service Excellence: the consistent delivery of high-quality efficient and customer-centric service that exceeds expectations.
• Accountability: our obligation to be responsible and accountable for our actions, decisions and performance.
• People-Focused: putting people first.
• Trust: the confidence we place in each other to act with integrity and fairness.
• Innovation: Investing in each other and the way we deliver our programs and services.

We are looking for candidates who bring these values to life through their actions, decisions, and leadership approach.

Conditions of Employment
As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check
AI Disclosure

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