Mechanical technician
City of Victoria’s Engineering and Public Works Department is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Mechanical technician. City of Victoria’s Engineering and Public Works Department maintains and enhances city infrastructure and public spaces. It provides road maintenance, waste management, and water distribution services. By focusing on sustainability and efficient resource management, the department ensures the community’s essential needs are met while improving urban living. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Victoria
Department: Engineering and Public Works
Position: Mechanical technician
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $43.57 hourly
Employment Type: Temporary
Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 Position
Location: 1 Centennial Sq, Victoria, BC V8W 1N9, Canada
Shift: 40 hour work week, Monday to Friday
Job Code: 584
Competition Number: 24/158
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of High school graduation
Experience: Candidates should have 3 years experience in the relevant field
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be able to lift and move heavy material and equipment and focus on schematics and computers for short periods
- The candidates should be able to work in awkward positions on their back, bent over, and with hands in the air
- The candidates should be able to focus for short periods of intense concentration while diagnosing problems and trace engine and mechanical noises for short periods
- The candidates should be able to work in a Mechanical Repair Shop and handle exposure to equipment noise and work in an environment where protective measures must be taken to avoid exposure to asbestos
- The candidates should be able to handle exposure to engine oil, grease, and fumes and work outside in all weather conditions
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should be able to organize and prioritize work and apply techniques related to the repair and design of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems
- The candidates should have working-level operation skills with current City word processing, spreadsheet, and related specialty software
- The candidates should be able to use hand tools, power tools, measuring tools, and diagnostic instruments of the trade
- The candidates should be able to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and related codes and maintain accurate records and and maintain effective working relationships
- The candidates should deal effectively with the public and outside agencies and work and operate equipment safely
- The candidates should hold a current and valid B.C. Certificate of Trades Qualification in either Automotive, Heavy Duty, or Commercial Transport Mechanics (4 years)
- The candidates should possess a Motor Vehicle Branch Inspection Licence with air brake endorsement (20 hours) and completed Aerial Device Training (88 hours)
- The candidates should hold current and valid Certification or Licence in Compressed Natural Gas Fuelled Vehicles and Compressed LPG Vehicles (80 hours) (premium item)
- The candidates should possess a current and valid Class 3 B.C. Driver’s Licence with air endorsement
- The candidates should have an equivalent combination of education and experience and requested to substitute in a more senior position and requested to obtain additional certifications
Responsibilities:
- The candidate should be able to repair vehicles and equipment and perform preventive maintenance
- The candidate should be able to identify problems using various precision diagnostic instruments and specialty software programs
- The candidate should be able to remove, clean, inspect, test, repair, or replace defective components using tools of the trade and perform necessary calibrations and adjustments
- The candidate should be able to perform Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program (CVIP) inspections of vehicles and equipment and approve vehicles and operate and test repaired equipment and vehicles and make necessary adjustments
- The candidate should be able to operate related equipment and machinery such as welding and cutting equipment, forklifts, cranes, and hoists and conduct manual testing and determine service requirements for fire extinguishers
- The candidate should be able to prepare new vehicles to user requirements, design, customize, and install electrical, electronic, and hydraulic systems, and other equipment and make recommendations on the mechanical suitability of new equipment
- The candidate should be able to repair and fabricate vehicle components for installation and participate in the annual testing of aerial device inspections by independent service providers
- The candidate should be able to review mechanical problems with operators and contact commercial transport agencies to review specifications and regulation and respond to on-site service and emergency repair calls
- The candidate should be able to contact dealers to discuss problems with vehicles and exchange technical advice and utilize various resources to research solutions and diagnose mechanical problems
- The candidate should be able to contact contractors to arrange for repairs to police vehicles and complete computerized and manual records of equipment inspection, repair, and service and order parts from suppliers
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and competition number) through the below-mentioned details.
By email
[email protected]
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!