Mechanic 3 - Skilled

CivicInfo BC; West Vancouver; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

West Vancouver’s Engineering & Transportation Department is hiring a permanent, full-time mechanic to perform automotive and heavy-duty work at the journeyman level. The role involves overhaul, repair and maintenance on municipal equipment in shop or field settings.

Preferred candidates will have BC Red Seal, Class 3 Driver's Licence with Air Brake, and a completed apprenticeship with substantial automotive experience. Union WVMEA status; wage $51.84/hour; 40 hours weekly; open until filled.

Qualifications

• Journeyman level technician with automotive and heavy-duty experience.
• Experience with hydraulic systems and welding tasks is preferred.
• Police information check and driver records may be required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair municipal vehicles and equipment.
• Perform safety inspections and preventative maintenance on municipal equipment.
• Inspect and repair hydraulic systems on municipal equipment.
• Perform gas and electrical welding tasks related to shop work.
• Submit maintenance reports and records as required.
• May supervise one or more employees in basic repair tasks.

Skills

Troubleshooting & repairs

Safety inspections

Welding

Supervisory experience

Education

Grade 12 Graduation + apprenticeship

Red Seal Certification

Class 3 Driver's Licence with Air Brake

Job description

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community.

The West Vancouver Engineering & Transportation Department is currently seeking a permanent, full-time mechanic to join our highly qualified team. This position will perform duties related to automotive and heavy duty mechanical work at the journeyman level. This involves overhaul, repair and maintenance on all types of Municipal equipment in the shop or in the field. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Troubleshooting, maintenance and repair work on all types of Municipal vehicles and equipment;
• Carrying out safety inspections and performing preventative maintenance on Municipal equipment;
• Inspecting and repairing hydraulic systems on Municipal equipment;
• Performing a variety of gas and electrical welding tasks common to mechanical shop work;
• Submitting reports and maintenance records as required;
• May supervise one or more employees in less skilled mechanical repair and maintenance tasks;
• Experience related to repairing and maintaining small equipment utilized in turf care and landscaping, would be an asset; and
• Performing other related duties as required.

The preferred candidate will possess or have the ability to obtain and retain the following:

• Commercial Vehicle Safety & Enforcement Inspection Certificate;
• Valid British Columbia Class 3 Driver's Licence with Air Brake endorsement;
• British Columbia Department of Labour/Red Seal Certification of Qualification in Automotive Mechanical Repair, Heavy Duty Mechanical Repair or Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanic;

The successful candidate will hold Grade 12 Graduation, supplemented by technical courses related to mechanical work, completion of a recognized apprenticeship to the trade and considerable general experience in automotive and heavy-duty mechanical and electrical work will be an asset. Candidates in 4th year apprentice may be considered.

The successful candidate will be required to supply a police information check, driver's abstract and a copy of their credentials.

This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licences and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the class specification which is available for inspection on WestNet or contact Human Resources to request a copy.

Position Status: Union (WVMEA) - Permanent, Full-Time

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)

Rate of Pay: $51.84 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled

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