Transportation
About Us
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.
Please note that the Niagara Region requires that all newly hired employees are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired and provide proof of full vaccination, or provide proof of a bona fide medical or Human Rights Code exemption on a form issued from and approved by Niagara Region.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Perform all aspects of motor vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair pertaining to the municipal fleet. Undertake diagnosis, preventative maintenance, repairs, safety inspections, and other related maintenance duties. Input information into fleet systems and databases with accuracy.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
Ontario College of Trades Qualification as a Truck and Coach Technician (310T).
Ontario College of Trades Qualification as an Automotive Service Technician (310S) may be considered an asset.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE
Completion of a Truck and Coach Technician (310T) apprenticeship as per Ontario College of Trades Qualification.
Minimum 5 years working experience as a journeyman.
Considerable working knowledge of the standard methods, tooling equipment and safety practices as they relate to heavy truck/equipment and automobile repair industry.
Must have a good working/mechanical knowledge of all equipment as it relates to municipal fleets and be able to drive/operate equipment in a safe manner.
Must possess working knowledge of the Highway Traffic Act and Regulations.
SKILLS
Must possess an excellent knowledge of municipal fleet maintenance operations and computerized fleet management systems.
Certification in First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is an asset.
Must be customer focused.
Proven written and verbal communication skills.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Must supply own mechanic tools.
Must possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted class license for the class of the vehicle operated (Class G). A DZ licence is considered an asset.
Must be willing to complete other training and/or certification as required (e.g. Hoisting and Rigging, Air Brake Adjustment, etc.)
Must complete WHMIS training.
Subject to standby (on-call) duty.
Closing Statement
Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY!
Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application.
We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
If you require an accommodation for the application process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the alternate formats for contacting us are as follows:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 905-980-6000 ext. 3252 or 1-800-263-7215
Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511
In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 – Human Resources Department
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