MECHANIC 2 Full-time Job

Reporting to the Supervisor, Fleet Services or designate, be responsible for the maintenance and repair of City equipment. The City of Oshawa strives to provide an environment that cultivates and supports the following core values: Authenticity, Courage, and Trust (ACT).

Responsibilities:

• Performing maintenance service and inspection on equipment
• Diagnosing and repairing defects
• Repairing equipment or other City property outside of the garage area
• Modifying and remedying defects that develop in equipment
• Operating gas and electrical welding equipment
• Operating City equipment
• Responsible for full garage operation during night shift
• Performing various duties related to Winter Control/Call Board activities

Requirements:

• Must possess current Motor Vehicle Repairer Certificates (Province of Ontario – 310S and 310T) or possess current Motor Vehicle Repairer Certificate 310T and be able to obtain Motor Vehicle Repairer Certificate 310S within first 12 months of employment. Must possess or be able to obtain Automotive Propane Certificate ICE-P, Automotive Natural Gas Certificate ICE-NG and Motive Power Trades Air Conditioning Certificate. Heavy-duty Equipment Certificate would be an asset
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in repairing off-road as well as heavy-duty equipment. Demonstrated ability to make inspections of automotive equipment for service and to diagnose and repair electrical circuits, solenoid controls, hydraulic systems and automotive computer systems as applied to City and off-road equipment
• Demonstrated skill in the use of tools and in the operation of machines and equipment commonly used in the automotive mechanics’ trade
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Ontario Driver’s License, minimum Class “DZ,” and the ability to pass the City’s tests for motor vehicle operations
• Good communication skills and ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Able to read, understand and follow general and technical instructions
• Able to complete forms and maintain accurate records relevant to the job, in a computerized environment
• Good interpersonal skills, respectful, tact and courtesy in discussing information with operators, colleagues and supervisors. Neat and proficient in work habits
• Established skills and experience using PC equipment and related software applications
• Demonstrated ability set priorities, schedule, direct and provide effective instructions to less qualified employees
• The job requires scheduled evening and night shifts in accordance with Article 11.05 (c) of CUPE Local #250 Collective Agreement
• Must be able to serve on the Winter Call Board
• Knowledge and understanding of, and ability to apply, relevant safety policies, standards and legislation (Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, etc.)

 

Standard Weekly Hours of Work: 40.00

 

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to undergo a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters check and an employment medical.

Please be advised that position location as noted is at the time of posting and is subject to change, as required due to operational needs.

We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file. Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process.

The City of Oshawa is situated on lands and waters within the Williams Treaties Territory, home to seven First Nation communities of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Anishinaabeg, who have cared for and maintained these lands from time immemorial and continue to do so to present day.