automotive mechanic
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Journeyperson - Automotive Mechanic (Fleet and Manufacturing Services)
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June 26, 2024
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City of Vancouver
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Journeyperson - Automotive Mechanic (Fleet and Manufacturing Services)Requisition ID: 40869 OrganizationLocated on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx?wú7mesh (Squamish), and s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world?s most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.Main Purpose and FunctionThe Fleet & Manufacturing Services supports the City of Vancouver in being a service provider in all aspects of Fleet Management. The expertise and knowledge provided to internal and sometimes external clients by the Fleet& Manufacturing Services Branch includes: Engineering, Vehicle Procurement, heavy-duty/Commercial/Automotive Maintenance and Repair, Quick Service Repairs, Machining, Mill Work, Fabrication, Vehicle Outfitting, Carpentry, Body Shop Vehicle Repair and Painting, Product Inventory/Ordering, and Small Equipment Repair. The vehicle fleet includes but is not limited to: Police, Fire, City of Vancouver issued vehicles, Garbage and Recycling trucks. As an Automotive Service Technician, you will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of this extensive fleet of vehicles and equipment which has a replacement value of $175 million dollars.Successful candidates will work on the afternoon shift, from 3:10 pm to 12:34 am, Monday to Friday. Employees may be assigned to work alternative shifts and locations based on operational requirements.Specific Duties and ResponsibilitiesFleet servicing occurs primarily at the fully equipped Garage at Manitoba Yard which houses an employee base of approximately 150 employees from various Trades but also at several satellite facilities. As an Automotive Service Technician, you will work with members of the Fleet & Manufacturing Service team to ensure that quality and timely work is performed to support and service our clients. A major part of this position will be to support the outfitting/up-fitting of new vehicles, including completing approved modification requests. Preference will be given to candidates who have knowledge and experience in; the installation of components, reading and creating electrical schematics, ability to build, design and troubleshoot electrical systems, and any practical experience in building fleet vehicles to meet customer?s needs. The challenge this busy environment offers is in the variety of work, from small and heavy equipment to automobiles and light to heavy trucks, as well as Plant and Facilities maintenance, Manufacturing and Building maintenance.The City of Vancouver supports continued education and development in areas of interest for all of its employees. Fleet & Manufacturing Services provides great opportunities for training including dealer training on newly purchased fleet equipment. We are always looking to provide employees with training to develop skills, knowledge, and abilities.Qualifications Education and Experience: Automotive Service Technician Certificate of Qualifications (T.Q.), Inter-Provincial Red Seal Endorsement. Red Seal certification is preferred. Completion of Grade 10, supplemented by technical courses related to the work.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the automotive and mechanical trade. Thorough knowledge of braking systems. Considerable knowledge of the hazards and proper safety precautions of the trade. Ability to perform a variety of comp
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LocationVancouver, BC
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Salary$47.11HOUR hourly
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
CivicJobs.ca
#95804
Advertised until
2024-07-05
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