Tradesperson 2 - Automotive/Heavy Duty/Commercial Mechanic

Overview

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation.

City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city-and their careers-forward.

Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.

Employment Status

Union - CUPE Local 402 - Regular Full-Time

Scope

Recently awarded by the American Public Works Association and a Top BC Employer, we are looking to add to our dedicated team, an Automotive / Heavy Duty / Commercial Mechanic.

Reporting to the Fleet & Garage Manager in Engineering Operations, the incumbent will perform skilled trade tasks involving considerable physical effort and active performance in maintaining, servicing and repairing a wide variety of multiple fuel type vehicles and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of tasks including mechanical overhaul, maintenance, servicing, and repair on a wide variety of equipment from light duty automotive vehicles, dump trucks, excavators, snowplows, salt spreaders etc.
• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment with the use of diagnostic equipment to determine cause of malfunction.
• Carries out repairs and servicing of vehicles and equipment including engines, transmissions, differentials, hydraulic components, brakes, suspension, and winter maintenance items.
• Fabrication of components, welding, and repairs to components.
• Interacts directly with internal customers and crew members. Qualifications
• Grade 12 or GED.
• Red seal Automotive / Commercial Transport and / or Heavy Duty Mechanic Trades Qualification from technical / trades college.
• A minimum of 5 years experience and on the job training as a qualified Trades mechanic is preferred.
• Preferred - valid BC Class 3 Driver's license with air brake endorsement or out of province equivalent and a safe driving record.
• Demonstrated experience performing repairs on commercial vehicles, heavy duty equipment (e.g., medium duty and heavy-duty trucks, backhoes, excavators).
• Demonstrated experience communicating and interacting directly with customers regarding mechanical matters; and
• Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program certification is an asset.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Communicates effectively
• Understands and effectively carries out oral and written instructions.
• Establishes effective working relationships with crew members and others.
• Plans and organizes work projects.
• Maintains records, prepares reports and provides input for estimates of material, equipment and cost.
• Performs skilled mechanical tasks to diagnose, overhaul, repair, maintain and adjust equipment and vehicles.
• Operates a variety of vehicles and equipment and working knowledge of same.
• Experience in gas, MIG and stick electric welding tasks.
• Interprets and works from blueprints, drawings and plans.
• Considerable knowledge of methods, techniques, and equipment used in automotive, commercial transport and heavy duty mechanical trades.
• Knowledge of applicable safety regulations.
• Physical coordination necessary to carry out the duties of the position. Other Information

Number of Job Openings : 1

Hourly Rate : $43.30

Note : This position is for the afternoon shift. The hours of work are from 3 : 30pm to 11 : 30pm, Monday to Friday.

Staff have the ability to earn allowances for extra certificates they may hold over and above their one Red Seal Certification.

• Additional red seal certs
• CVIP air brake cert
• Air conditioning cert
• Propane
• Electrical
• ABS brakes
• Hydraulics

This can amount to an additional $8.00 an hour.

Conditions of Employment

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

This position involves completion of a Police Information Check.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until November 28, 2024.

Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community