Mechanic Lead Hand

City of Kelowna; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional governmental entity in Kelowna seeks a Mechanic Lead Hand to supervise a team of mechanics in repairing and maintaining city vehicles. The ideal candidate will hold a trades ticket and a class 3 driver's license with air endorsement. This full-time position involves both hands-on mechanic work and overseeing staff. Competitive pay at $46.35 per hour for a Monday to Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Must have BC Class 3 Driver’s License with Air Ticket.
• Experience in the heavy-duty equipment trades is required.
• Must hold a Heavy Duty Mechanic, Automotive Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Mechanic Trade Ticket.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and plan work for mechanics and service staff.
• Authorize work to be contracted out as necessary.
• Perform regular duties of a mechanic and operate related tools.

Skills

Mechanic experience

Welding skills (arc, T.I.G., M.I.G.)

Customer service

Education

Trades Ticket – Heavy Duty, Automotive or Commercial Transport

Job description

Mechanic Lead Hand

Please note: applications are only accepted until 4:00pm on the closing date.

Purpose of your Position - Non Union

A Mechanic Lead-Hand is a working mechanic that assists the foreman with supervising a team of mechanics and other service staff that repair and maintain a wide variety of City vehicles and equipment. The Mechanic Lead-Hand functions as crew lead on operational and/or alternate shifts and supports the foreman with supervising, work planning and service coordination as necessary during regular daily/weekly operations.

Duties - Union

• Assists foreman in supervising, organizing, planning and prioritizing work of mechanics and other staff to ensure a high quality of work, responsive customer service and a safe work environment and practices.
• Provides guidance, instruction and direction to staff and/or contractors to ensure required regulations, policies, procedures and practices are followed.
• Communicates and responds to service requests and inquiries from client departments and external stakeholders.
• Monitors expenditures and helps determine best option regarding repairs and associated parts purchases.
• Authorizes work to be contracted out to external shops and dealers in accordance with established guidelines.
• Performs all regular duties of mechanic and operates all related tools and equipment including standard office equipment.
• Assists with scheduling staff.
• Performs various administrative duties including invoices, time records, safety incident and accident reports.
• Develop work procedures and assist with orientation and training of staff.

Results and Activities - Non union

• Trades Ticket – Heavy Duty, Automotive or Commercial Transport
• Experience
• BC Driver’s License – Class 3, with Air Ticket

Knowledge - Non Union

Skills & Abilities - Non Union

Pay Rate $46.35 per hour

Posting Date 10/16/2025

Closing Date 10/30/2025

Days of Work Monday to Friday

Work Location PUBLIC WORKS OFFICE/ YARD

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Driver's Abstract

Supplemental Questions

• * How many years of mechanic experience do you have in the heavy duty equipment trades?
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 to 3 years
  • 3 to 5 years
  • More than 5 years
• * How would you rate your arc, T.I.G., M.I.G., and gas welding skills?
  • None
  • Poor
  • Fair
  • Good
  • Excellent
• * Do you hold a Heavy Duty Mechanic, Automotive Mechanic or Commercial Vehicle Mechanic Trade Ticket?
  • Yes
  • No
  • In progress
• * Do you have a current Commercial Vehicle Inspectors Certificate with air endorsement?
  • Yes
  • No
  • In Progress
• * Do you currently have any EVT certification?
  • Yes
  • No
  • In Progress
• * Do you currently hold a valid Class 3 BC Driver's Licence with Air (or the equivalent from another province or territory)?
  • Yes
  • I have the equivalent from another province or territory
  • No
• * Do you currently hold a valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I have a Class 7 (N)
• * Are you able to work early mornings, evenings and weekends?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you willing and able to work both scheduled and unscheduled (callouts) overtime such as nights, weekends, and holidays?
  • Yes
  • No