Vehicle Mechanic

Canada Post; Quebec; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de premier plan recherche un mécanicien de véhicules pour effectuer des inspections, des réparations et de la maintenance sur une flotte de véhicules légers et lourds. Dans ce rôle, vous serez responsable de garantir que tous les véhicules respectent les normes de sécurité et de qualité. Vous travaillerez dans un environnement dynamique, où votre expertise technique sera mise à profit pour assurer le bon fonctionnement des opérations. Si vous êtes passionné par la mécanique et que vous souhaitez contribuer à un service essentiel, cette opportunité est faite pour vous.

Qualifications

• Diplôme d'études secondaires ou équivalent requis.
• Certification valide pour l'entretien et la réparation de véhicules légers ou lourds.

Responsibilities

• Effectuer l'entretien et les réparations sur des véhicules légers ou lourds.
• Inspecter et certifier les véhicules comme étant aptes à la circulation.

Skills

Entretien de véhicules légers et lourds

Inspection de véhicules

Maintenance préventive

Utilisation d'outils mécaniques

Connaissance des réglementations provinciales

Education

Diplôme d'études secondaires

Programme technique ou d'apprentissage en mécanique automobile

Tools

Outils mécaniques

Équipement de garage

Job description

Job Requisition Id: 188225
Business Function: Fleet Operations
Primary City: Québec
Work location: 2850 Bd Wilfrid-Hamel, Québec, QC G1P 2J1
Province: Quebec
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Status: Permanent
Language Requirement: French Essential
Number of Vacancies: 1
Job Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 02/12/2025

All qualified candidates will be considered; however, preference will be given to Indigenous people (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) or persons with a disability. This is a special measure employment equity initiative and candidates from this group who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify.

Job Description

Under general supervision, performs systematic inspections, overhauls of component parts, performs preventive maintenance routines and other related duties on light or heavy vehicles to determine the cause of failure, analyses and recommends the course of repair required, verifies the adequacy of completed repair work and certifies vehicles as roadworthy. Verifies work done by contractors and certifies that repairs that have been performed are safe, roadworthy, reliable and within specifications recommended by the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), provincial legislation or Canada Post requirements.

Job Responsibilities

Below are the main job requirements and responsibilities for the Vehicle Mechanic.

1. Performs maintenance and repairs on light or heavy vehicles (as per certification).
2. Conducts other maintenance facility activities such as: parts ordering, receiving, stocking and shipping; taking calls and noting actions required.
3. Inspects light or heavy vehicles within Canada Post fleet and completes the necessary documentation accordingly within Canada Post and Government frequency of inspections (Municipal, Provincial, and Federal).
4. Completes quality control inspections by examining and testing repaired vehicles (light or heavy) to ensure repairs have been satisfactorily completed, according to Provincial and Canada Post specifications and certifying roadworthiness before releasing back to Operations.
5. Performs in shop or on road repairs on light or heavy vehicles as directed by the maintenance Supervisor/Mechanic Lead Hand within original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and/or Canada Post specifications.
6. Maintains hand tools and shop equipment to a safe and reliable standard.
7. Escalates any problems by completing the appropriate reports.
8. Provides input and support as required to front line operations on operating requirements, vehicles and driver habits.
9. Adheres to all Health and Safety and Environment policies and procedures by keeping the work area clean and free of hazards in support of a safe and healthy workplace.
10. Replaces or overhauls defective parts with new components using mechanic hand tools, power tools and related automotive shop equipment.
11. Moves light or heavy vehicles and performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent (as per provincial requirements).
• Graduate of technical/apprenticeship program for Automotive Service Technician (light vehicles under 4,500kg) OR Truck and Coach Technician (heavy equipment / vehicles over 4,500kg) accrediting qualification in one of these classes of vehicles.
• Must hold appropriate valid certification for the maintenance and repair of light OR heavy vehicles recognized in the province of employment.

Experience

• Must be currently in the trade.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a physically demanding environment.

Other Candidate Requirements

Certification:

• Valid provincial driver license, with driver abstract which meets current corporate requirements.
• Appropriate license to operate heavy vehicles, if required in the province of employment.

Other Information

Safety Sensitive Positions
This position may be considered a Safety Sensitive position and has additional requirements under Canada Post's Substance Use Policy.

Employment Equity
Canada Post will represent Canada’s diversity and provide a safe and welcoming workplace that embraces and celebrates our differences. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from women, Indigenous People, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.

Important Message
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as Canada Post cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.