Vehicle Maintainer

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual for a full-time position in vehicle maintenance. This role involves performing minor repairs, servicing municipal vehicles, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, experience in vehicle maintenance, and a valid driver's license. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the efficiency of public services in your community. If you are passionate about hands-on work and ready to take on challenges in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Smoke-free office environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

• Must have over one year of experience in vehicle maintenance and lubrication.
• Must hold a valid Class 'D' Driver’s License with a 'Z' endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for minor repairs and servicing of vehicles and equipment.
• Perform inspections and preventative maintenance on municipal fleet.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Vehicle Maintenance

Lubrication

Gas Welding

Brazing

Physical Fitness

Education

Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma

Tools

Cutting Torch

Computer System

Job description

JOB POSTING NUMBER: 2025-0161

JOB POSTING PERIOD: Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 8:30 AM to Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 4:30 PM

DEPARTMENT: Public Works Operations

UNION: C.U.P.E. Local 82

JOB CODE: 82032

POSITION STATUS: Regular Full-Time

GRADE/CLASS: Band 6

# OF POSITIONS: 1

RATE OF PAY: $32.86 per hour

SHIFT WORK REQUIRED: Yes

DUTIES:

Reporting to the Fleet Supervisor, this position will be responsible for minor repairs and servicing of vehicles and equipment. Performs inspections for the tire service operation and performs lubrication, replacements, and inspections for a preventative maintenance service program of a municipal fleet, utilizing proper tools and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Change motor oil, transmission, and radiator fluids, and lubricates vehicles and equipment. Performs preventative maintenance programme by checking, replacing and repairing (i.e., batteries, hoses, exhaust system, tires, belts, lights, filters). Utilizes computer system to record and keep proper daily records of maintenance requirements; operates various types of vehicles and equipment for (i.e., steam cleaning, hoisting, delivery, sandblasting, brazing, and cutting). Dismounts, mounts, and balances various size tires (i.e., cars, trucks, tractors, graders, etc.), and reports other defects found (i.e., worn brake lining, oil leaks). Repairs tires using proper equipment (i.e., tubeless, tube type and calcium filled). Operates and maintains service truck for service calls in all types of weather and all conditions. Fueling, washing and moving of vehicles. Documents levels of fuel at fueling sites, monitors fuel systems repairs. Schedules units for servicing. Writes daily reports, keeps records (excel spreadsheet) and controls stock. Works on a computer to record information. Control and document stock and materials. Issues, dispenses, returns and/or receives items in a safe and professional manner. Communicates and cooperates with other employees, vendors and the public and works with minimum supervision. Maintains cleanliness of tools, equipment and work area. Will work in all types of weather and conditions. Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program. Will perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have an Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency.
• Must have over one (1) year of work experience in vehicle maintenance and lubrication, including the performing of automatic transmission oil and filter changes;
• Must hold and maintain a current, valid and lawful Class ‘D’ Driver’s License with a ‘Z’ endorsement OR Must hold and maintain a current valid and lawful Class G Driver's Licence in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act, for the purposes of operating a City of Windsor vehicle and must attain a current, valid and lawful Class ‘D’ Driver’s License with a “Z” endorsement in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act, for the purposes of operating a City of Windsor vehicle within the probationary/confirmation period. Failure to obtain a current, valid and lawful Class ‘D’ Driver’s License with a ‘Z’ endorsement in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act within the probationary/confirmation period will result in disqualification from the classification and the employee being returned to their former position, if applicable;
• Must have demonstrated mechanical aptitude;
• Must be able to use a cutting torch and do minor gas welding and brazing;
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of the geographical layout of the City;
• Must be physically fit.
• The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a heavy level of work.
• Must complete a post-offer agility test in an effort to assist the successful candidate in completing the position tasks safely and to aid in minimizing injuries on the job.

NOTE:

• Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged.
• We offer a smoke-free office environment.
• Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.
• The Corporation of the City of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.