Mechanic III - Skilled

District of West Vancouver; West Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in West Vancouver is seeking a full-time mechanic to perform repairs and maintenance on municipal vehicles and equipment. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in mechanical work and hold specific certifications including a Class 3 Driver's Licence. This role requires troubleshooting skills and the ability to supervise others. Join us in improving community services!

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive and heavy-duty mechanical and electrical work.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship.
• Candidates in their 4th year of apprenticeship may also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties related to automotive and heavy-duty mechanical work.
• Carry out maintenance and repair work on municipal vehicles and equipment.
• Supervise employees in mechanical repair and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance and repair

Safety inspections

Welding tasks

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Technical courses related to mechanical work

Commercial Vehicle Safety & Enforcement Inspection Certificate

Valid British Columbia Class 3 Driver's Licence

Red Seal Certification in Automotive Mechanical Repair

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, home to parks, beaches, and a variety of sports, recreation, and arts amenities. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities, and run 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.

Position Overview

The West Vancouver Engineering & Transportation Department is currently seeking a permanent, full-time mechanic to join our highly qualified team. This position involves performing duties related to automotive and heavy-duty mechanical work at the journeyman level, including overhaul, repair, and maintenance of all types of municipal equipment, either 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 various gas and electrical welding tasks common to mechanical shop work;
• Submitting reports and maintenance records as required;
• Supervising one or more employees in less skilled mechanical repair and maintenance tasks, if applicable;
• Experience with repairing and maintaining small equipment used in turf care and landscaping is an asset; and
• Performing other related duties as required.

Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess or be able 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 in Automotive Mechanical Repair, Heavy Duty Mechanical Repair, or Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanics;

The successful candidate will have a Grade 12 diploma, supplemented by technical courses related to mechanical work, completion of a recognized apprenticeship, and significant experience in automotive and heavy-duty mechanical and electrical work. Candidates in their 4th year of apprenticeship may also be considered.

Additional Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to provide a police information check, driver’s abstract, and copies of their credentials.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job reference: 3150-25-WVMEA-33

Contact

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