Mechanic

Job Description

Mechanic

Public Works - Operations Support

1 Regular Full-Time Position

Hourly Rate: $38.12/hour to $39.96/hour (plus an additional $4.00 hourly premium)

Hours of Work: 40 hours of work per week (9:00 am to 6:00 pm)

Location: 3515 Wolfedale Road, Mississauga

Work Mode: Onsite

CUPE LOCAL 966 - Public Works

The role:

Reporting to the Foreperson Fleet Services you will perform repairs and maintenance of regional cars, dump trucks, snow clearing and construction equipment, and small engines and ambulances.

What you will do in this role:

• Plan and schedule duties according to work priorities and requirements as directed.
• Diagnose and repair vehicles and equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and annual safety inspections as required.
• Ensure work is performed safely, efficiently within the time allotted and in accordance with legislated standards.
• Install and repair specialized vehicle accessories and safety equipment.
• Order and receive replacement or repair parts as directed and keep stock area in neat and tidy condition.
• Supply and use own hand tools to carry out maintenance and repair duties.
• Accurately complete forms, reports and input/retrieve information into Fleet Management System.
• Execute duties in a tactful manner and maintain a neat appearance to portray a positive image of the Region of Peel.
• Will be required to perform emergency roadside repairs.
• Attend training courses as required.

What the role requires :

• Must hold a current Province of Ontario Motor Vehicle License 310T and 310S preferably with Propane Fuel Tech (P) via TSSA.
• Must hold Ontario Vehicle Operator’s Permit Class “G” in good standing.
• Minimum grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to complete various work forms and prepare simple written reports.
• Experience, preferably in Fleet Maintenance environment dealing with a variety of light and heavy vehicles and up to date on automotive electronics.
• Experience with diagnostic equipment, ie: scanners, digital meters, tire balancers, brake lathes, and AC filling and testing equipment.

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including a Health Spending Account effective start date as outlined in the CUPE 966 Public Works Collective Agreement
• 6 Employer paid sick days per calendar year
• Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
• Accrue Vacation at 2 weeks (10 days) per annum in accordance with the CUPE 966 Public Works Collective Agreement
• 3 paid personal days per calendar year (where applicable)
• Hourly shift premium incentives (where applicable)
• Annual uniform and cleaning allowance
• An annual tool allowance of one thousand, three hundred ($1300.00 dollars)
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
• Access to learning and development resources

Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are currently in the bargaining unit

Interview: Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.

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If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.

About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Additional Information

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact [email protected]

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.