Mechanic

The City of Quinte West invites applications for the Mechanic position.  Reporting to the Supervisor of Fleet Services, the Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and maintaining the municipality’s fleet and related equipment to ensure safe and cost-effective delivery of services

Responsibilities:

• Advise the Supervisor on matters pertinent to the maintenance, inspection, repair and operation of equipment and vehicles.
• Maintain records and mandatory documentation required by the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO) and the Commercial Vehicle Operator Registration (CVOR).
• Respond to various emergency situations related to maintaining municipal vehicles and equipment.
• Recommend and implement modifications to equipment and/or operating procedures.
• Handle all materials related to vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Compile repair records for each piece of equipment, in an orderly fashion.
• Perform the responsibilities of the position within the legislative and regulatory standards set out in applicable provincial and municipal acts.
• Perform responsibilities of the position consistent with the operational policies of the Municipality.
• Provide technical information to drivers and operators regarding general maintenance.
• Demonstrate a commitment to learning and overall professional development.
• Follow all guidelines for employees and employers as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, other applicable legislation, best practices, City policies and procedures where applicable.

• Skills/Qualifications:

  • A minimum of a two (2) year Community College Diploma in Automotive Service Technician.
  • Valid class “T” Truck and Coach Technician licence (310T).
  • Valid class “S” Automotive Service Technician licence (310S).
  • Must possess a valid driver’s licence, Class ‘D-Z’.
  • A clean driver’s and CVOR Abstract required.
  • Must supply own complete set of tools and chest (except specialty tools).
  • Complete knowledge of current MTO Vehicle Inspection requirements.
  • Must demonstrate knowledge of current hydraulic components, including their operation and repair procedures.
  • Ability to operate different pieces of construction equipment, in order to test for proper operation on repairs.

  te problems and able to test for proper operation on repairs.