Job Opportunities Apprentice/Journeyperson Mechanic - Transit
Job Opportunities Apprentice/Journeyperson Mechanic - Transit
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Job Description
Job ID:1204
Openings: Up to 5
Jurisdiction:Local 588
Division:City Operations
Department:Transit
Location Name: City of ReginaRegina Saskatchewan CA
Type of Posting: Internal & External
Desired Employment Status:Permanent
Profession:Skilled Trades
Experience Level(s):Intermediate
Education Level(s):Completion of a Journeyperson Certificate in Truck and Transport Trade Heavy Duty Mechanics Agriculture Machinery Technician or Automotive Service Technician
Date Posted: March 19 2025
Closing Date: Open until filled
Hourly Salary: $42.90 -$ 45.55 (2024 Rates) (Includes $3.00/hr Market Supplement) * Certified Journeyperson will start from step 3 at $45.55.
Apprentice Rates (2024 Rates):
1st year: $27.55/hr
2nd year: $30.78/hr (Includes $0.75/hr Market Supplement)
3rd year: $34.14/hr (Includes $1.50/hr Market Supplement)
4th year: $37.74/hr (Includes $2.25/hr Market Supplement)
Land Acknowledgement
We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree Saulteaux Dakota Nakota Lakota and Mtis Nation honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.
Equity Diversity & Inclusion
The City of Regina is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a respectful collaborative inclusive and barrier-free workplace allowing everyone to achieve their full potential. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates including Indigenous peoples people of color 2SLGBTQIAP individuals of all genders persons of disabilities and members of equity-seeking communities to apply.
The City of Regina is committed to ensure accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process please inform our Talent teamand well collaborate with you to address your requirements.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Performs maintenance and overhauls bus engines transmissions differentials brakes suspension steering HVAC and all auxiliary equipment including electrical components.
- Assists in determining and ordering parts and materials necessary for repair of equipment.
- Diagnoses mechanical and electrical defects.
- Performs Highway Traffic Board safety inspections and related repairs.
- Performs related duties as required.
Key Qualifications
- Considerable knowledge of the practices methods tools and equipment used in the overhauling repair and maintenance of heavy duty and automotive equipment.
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
- Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings and manuals.
- Ability to prepare concise reports related to all work performed.
- Ability to maintain co-operative and harmonious working relations with other employees.
- Demonstrated skill in diagnosing mechanical defects on a variety of equipment.
- 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.
Working/Other Conditions
- We offer a competitive wage and benefits package ongoing training and employee recognition programs.
- The City may consider relocation reimbursement costs for apprentice/journey person mechanic candidates outside of the surrounding Regina area
- Permanent employees are eligiblefor 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 offera Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) program to assist with the financial burden of training up to 95% of normal weekly earnings.
- Newly built Facility in 2020: At 60000 square feet the facilityincludes 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.
- We offer education reimbursement such asSupplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) program to assist with the financial burden of training up to 95% of normal weekly earnings.
- 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.
Additional Requirements
Successful candidate may berequired to obtain and provide a satisfactory criminal record check asper the City of ReginasCriminal Record Check Policy.
Successful candidatewill be required to provide proof of acquired education.
Additional assessments may be conductedto evaluate competencies knowledge skills and abilities.
Must have or be able to obtain a Class 5A License.
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.
Join our team at the City of Regina and contribute to our vibrant community!
We prioritize your well-being support your professional growth and value inclusive hiring. Enjoy competitive compensation attractive health and wellness benefits and a variety of educational support and in-house courses for your development.
If you have a passion for public service and want to make a difference in our community apply now.
Please note that we only accept applications submitted through our online application system.
Employment Type
Temp
