(Regular) Journeyman Mechanic - 12 months per year - 20 hours per week
(Regular) Journeyman Mechanic - 12 months per year - 20 hours per week
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Job Description
The awarded applicant will be required to join the CUPE Local 748 Union.
Note: A Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check will be required from the successful applicant with a review every five (5) years.
This is a new position.
Position Description:
Performs inspection maintenance repair alteration and modification of district school buses vehicles and grounds-keeping equipment. Required to work with a high degree of independence on assigned projects. Works cooperatively with other employees dealers and regulatory bodies. Plans and coordinates projects and makes decisions independently.
Reports to:
Director of Operations or designate.
Direct Reports:
N/A
Duties & Responsibilities:
Inspects repairs and maintains district buses vehicles and other equipment utilizing a variety of tools hoists floor jacks welders and materials.
Performs all work in accordance with applicable statutes regulations and codes.
Implements a preventive maintenance program in accordance with the applicable legislation and programs.
Maintains the vehicle inspection facility licensing standards.
Establishes and maintains up-to-date records on district vehicles including inspections repairs services and maintenance.
Reports on parts and supplies inventory levels. Orders supplies and equipment.
Reports on work in progress and completed projects including time and materials used.
Maintains tools equipment and a clean safe work environment. Reports on unsafe conditions.
Unloads loads and transports job related materials and equipment.
The above job description reflects the principle functions of the job. Other comparable or transient duties which are within the area of knowledge and skills required by the job description may also be assigned.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Grade 12
Class 5 Drivers License
Air brake endorsement including repair will be required within 4 months of accepting the position.
Interprovincial Trade Certification as a mechanic (includes in-class training and apprenticeship training).
Commercial Vehicle Inspector Certification will be required within 4 months of accepting the position.
Two years of related work experience at the journeyman level.
Skills & Knowledge & Abilities
SKILLS:
Skilled in the inspection maintenance repair alteration and modification of school buses vehicles and grounds-keeping equipment.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of applicable statutes regulations and codes.
ABILITY
Ability to inspect repair and maintain school buses vehicles and other equipment.
Ability to utilize a variety of tools hoists floor jacks welders and materials.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to work co-operatively with employees suppliers dealers and regulatory bodies.
Ability to work independently.
RESPONSIBILITY
Performs work in accordance with applicable statutes regulations and codes.
Required to work with a high degree of independence on assigned projects.
Understanding and knowledge of safe working practices board policies and administrative procedures.
Must always reflect professionalism and adhere to the district mission vision and values as outlined in our strategic plan.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is physically demanding and may involve sitting walking standing stooping reaching lifting working at heights and carrying equipment for extended periods.
Work is primarily indoors in well-lit and heated buildings but will require outside work in all environments.
There will be extensive travel within the district throughout the calendar year driving in all types of weather.
Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
Work can involve time pressures interruptions and emergency calls.
SALARY:
Wages and employment benefits per CUPE collective agreement.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
Good Working relationship with:
School District 8 staff
Vendors and Contractors
Regulatory Bodies
For questions please contact Lisa Phillips Manager of Operations at
School District 8 supports equity hiring for Indigenous applicants.
*If you are experiencing any technical issues with your application process tocontact Make A Futures customer service line as HR cannot upload or assistwith these types of issues. We also cannot accept documents via emailsuch as cover letters/resumes/transcripts/teaching reports via email as they doneed to be part of the employees Make a Future profile.
Employment Type
Part-Time
