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Transportation - Certified Mechanic
- Merritt, BC, Canada
Salary - $42.75, plus extended medical benefits, vacation entitlement and pension plan. · Full-time
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- Salary - $42.75, plus extended medical benefits, vacation entitlement and pension plan.
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THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF
SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)
C.U.P.E Job Posting #26-47
JOB DESCRIPTION: TRANSPORTATION – CERTIFIED MECHANIC
Location: Merritt School Board Office
Summary
Reports to Operations Manager, provides mechanical services, maintains and repairs buses, vehicles and grounds equipment.
POSTING DETAILS
All applicants must be made through Make A Future website for consideration for the position. If you require assistant with the online application process, please contact Kassey Buckland at 250-315-1100 or
We thank you for your interest in the Nicola-Similkameen School District; however, only those persons selected for interviews will be contacted.
SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 58 (NICOLA-SIMILKAMEEN)
C.U.P.E Job Posting #26-47
JOB DESCRIPTION: TRANSPORTATION – CERTIFIED MECHANIC
Location: Merritt School Board Office
Summary
Reports to Operations Manager, provides mechanical services, maintains and repairs buses, vehicles and grounds equipment.
POSTING DETAILS
- Position – Certified Mechanic
- Start Date – As soon as possible
- Employment – Full-time, continuing position (37.5hrs/week) (12 months per year)
- Hours – Monday to Friday (7:00am to 3:00pm)
- Salary - $42.75, plus extended medical benefits, vacation entitlement and pension plan.
- Schedules and maintains and repairs all buses, vehicles, and grounds equipment.
- Communicates with bus drivers regarding bus repairs and maintenance.
- Maintains accurate records.
- Maintains preventive maintenance program according to Ministry of Transportation requirements.
- Inspects and makes recommendations for the purchase or disposal of District vehicles and equipment.
- Orders parts, equipment, tools and supplies.
- Road test vehicles.
- Operates tools and equipment of the trade.
- Responds to emergency situations as requested.
- Preforms other assigned comparable duties which are within the scope of knowledge, skills and abilities required by this class specification.
- Completion of Grade 12.
- Valid Class 2, B.C. Driver's License with Air Brakes endorsement or the ability to obtain.
- Must have Interprovincial Heavy-Duty Technician Trade Certification.
- Must have a Commercial Vehicle Inspection Certification.
- Ability to perform a variety of skilled tasks in the maintenance of district vehicles and equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively using courtesy and tact in the explanation and exchange of information.
- Ability to determine, judge and select appropriate course of action within limits of established methods and procedures.
- Physical ability to preform the required duties; able to carry, lift, push and pull awkward or large heavy objects up to 50lbs. or more.
- Flexible and adaptable to varied working conditions. Able to work with minimum supervision, alone and in a team environment.
- Self-motivated.
- Basic computer skills and ability to use email, electronic work order system and online submission of CVIP reports.
- Knowledge and able to use and understand computerized diagnostic equipment.
- Acceptable Driver's abstract.
- Minimum of four years (5) of experience as mechanic with specific background in school buses, medium and heavy-duty trucks.
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate and familiarity with Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) safety procedures.
All applicants must be made through Make A Future website for consideration for the position. If you require assistant with the online application process, please contact Kassey Buckland at 250-315-1100 or
We thank you for your interest in the Nicola-Similkameen School District; however, only those persons selected for interviews will be contacted.
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Responsibilities
Schedules, maintains, and repairs the district’s buses, vehicles, and grounds equipment, including performing preventive maintenance, road tests, and emergency repairs. Keeps accurate records, communicates with bus drivers, orders supplies, and recommends vehicle or equipment purchases and disposals.
Requirements
Requires Grade 12, Interprovincial Heavy-Duty Technician Trade Certification, Commercial Vehicle Inspection Certification, and a valid Class 2 British Columbia driver’s license with an Air Brakes endorsement or the ability to obtain one. Applicants need at least four years of relevant mechanic experience, including school buses and medium- or heavy-duty trucks, along with WHMIS certification, basic computer and diagnostic equipment skills, and an acceptable driver’s abstract.
Skills
- Heavy-Duty Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
- School Bus Maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Vehicle Inspection
- Computerized Diagnostics
- Commercial Vehicle Inspection
- Parts and Supplies Ordering
- Vehicle Road Testing
- Maintenance Recordkeeping
- Emergency Response
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Independent Work
- Basic Computer Skills
- Physical Ability to Lift Heavy Objects
Benefits
- Extended Medical Benefits
- Vacation Entitlement
- Pension Plan
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Transportation
- Manufacturing
- Education
Keywords
- Class 2 Driver’s License
- Air Brakes Endorsement
- WHMIS Certificate
- School Buses
- Medium-Duty Trucks
- Heavy-Duty Trucks
- Preventive Maintenance
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Vehicle Repair
- Grounds Equipment
- Computerized Diagnostic Equipment
- Electronic Work Order System
- CVIP Reports
- Vehicle Road Testing
- Maintenance Records
- Parts Ordering
- Emergency Repairs
- Driver’s Abstract
- Ministry of Transportation Requirements