Apprentice/Journeyperson Mechanic - Transit

Description

• Assists in determining and ordering parts and materials necessary for repair of equipment.
• Performs maintenance and overhauls bus engines, transmissions, differentials, brakes, suspension, steering, HVAC and all auxiliary equipment, including electrical components.
• This position is responsible for performing highly skilled journeyperson mechanic duties in the Transit Fleet Maintenance Branch. This position reports to the Supervisor of Maintenance and Equipment.
• Performs Highway Traffic Board safety inspections and related repairs.

Requirements

• Diagnoses mechanical and electrical defects.
• Ability to prepare concise reports related to all work performed.
• Typically, the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position are obtained through completion of a Journeyperson Certificate in Truck and Transport Trade, Heavy Duty Mechanics, Agriculture Machinery Technician or Automotive Service Technician, combined with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in truck and transport mechanical repair including training and experience in the heavy-duty automatic transmission and automotive electrical fields. Training and experience in Allison Automatic and ZF Transmissions, Automotive Electrical systems, and Cummins diesel engines is preferred.
• Demonstrated skill in diagnosing mechanical defects on a variety of equipment.
• Considerable knowledge of the practices, methods, tools and equipment used in the overhauling, repair and maintenance of heavy duty and automotive equipment.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Class 5A License.
• Ability to maintain co-operative and harmonious working relations with other employees.
• Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings and manuals.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Proof of education is required.

Benefits

• The City may consider relocation reimbursement costs for apprentice/journey person mechanic candidates outside of the surrounding Regina area
• Newly built Facility in 2020: At 60,000 square feet, the facility includes both 40- and 60- foot full-service and repair bays with hoists and built to environmental and sustainability standards. New tools and equipment are available for use.
• Permanent employees are eligible for 80% Health & Dental coverage plus $300 Health Care Spending Account per year. Group Life Insurance/Long term disability plan and Civic Pension plan. As well as 50% off for City facilities (Swimming pass etc.)
• We offer a Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) program to assist with the financial burden of training, up to 95% of normal weekly earnings.
• We offer a competitive wage and benefits package, ongoing training, and employee recognition programs.
• We offer education reimbursement, such as Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) program to assist with the financial burden of training, up to 95% of normal weekly earnings.
• May be required to work varying day, evening and weekend shifts. Evening shifts are subject to a $1.00/Hour shift differential and Sunday shall be paid at the rate of time and a quarter.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance