Licensed Mechanic

The Corporation of the County of Lambton; Petrolia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity in Petrolia, Ontario is seeking a skilled mechanic for a full-time role. Responsibilities include maintaining and repairing department equipment, supervising operators, and ensuring compliance with safety checks. Required qualifications include a Secondary School Diploma, licensing as a 310T Truck and Coach Technician, and experience in mechanical repairs. Offering competitive wages ranging from $31.60 to $37.96 per hour.

Qualifications

• Current valid Province of Ontario Driver's license minimum class AZ.
• Prior experience as a licensed mechanic.
• Ability to perform repairs of a variety of vehicles and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair all equipment in the department.
• Perform service work on other vehicles and equipment.
• Carry out and supervise regular servicing and maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical repairs

Electrical repairs

Hydraulic repairs

Welding

Fabrication

Education

Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12)

310T Truck and Coach Technician

310S Automotive Service Technician

Job description

Division: Infrastructure and Development Services

Job Status: Full Time

Number of Positions: 1

Hours of Work: 40hrs per week

Wage Rate: $31.60 - $37.96 per hour

Posting Date: Monday November 17, 2025

Closing Date: Sunday November 30, 2025

Company Biography

The County of Lambton is an urban-rural area in southwestern Ontario that is home to over 126,000 residents. The Corporation's seven divisions operate programs and services for the residents of Lambton County such as land ambulance, provincial offences court, three Long-Term Care Homes, 25 library branches, two museums, an art gallery, archives, local roadways, public health services, housing services, social services, building services and planning and development services. Lambton County is a community dedicated to economic growth, environmental stewardship and an enhanced quality of life through the provision of responsive and efficient services and collaborative efforts with its municipal and community partners.

Position Summary

Maintain and repair all of the equipment in the department.

Perform service work on other department vehicles and equipment.

Duties

• Carry out mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and any other repairs required to ensure the efficient operation of all equipment
• Carry out and give supervision to the equipment operators concerning regular servicing and maintenance
• When required, attend to stranded equipment, to carry out field repairs
• Assist in other duties as required within the garage, including welding, fabricating, etc.
• Perform safety checks of County vehicles on a regular basis
• Orders parts as required to maintain vehicle maintenance

General

• Incumbents must keep up-to-date on all relevant legislation, collective bargaining agreements, County Policies and Procedures, etc. ensuring that these are implemented as prescribed
• Incumbents must possess the physical ability to meet the duties and responsibilities of the job description and/or the requirements identified within the position's Physical Demands Analysis

These describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents in this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all job duties in the classification. Other duties may be assigned.

Supervision Requirements

Direct Supervision: Not applicable

Indirect Supervision: Not applicable

Functional Authority: Directs equipment operators, students & helpers

Credentials Required

Minimum Formal Education:

• Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) or a combination of education and experience required to perform the duties of the position
• Current valid Province of Ontario Driver's license minimum class AZ
• 310T Truck and Coach Technician
• 310S Automotive Service Technician

Experience

• Prior experience as a licensed mechanic performing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, welding and fabrication repairs of a variety of vehicles and equipment

A valid Ontario driver’s license and use of a vehicle.