Mechanic

Job Description:

Job Responsibilities:

• Uses tools, shop equipment and materials safely,effectively and economically.
• Performs vehicle changeovers in accordance with established procedures.
• Reports observed defects and potential problem areas encountered while performing duties.
• Locates and diagnoses equipment defects;maintains and repairs transit vehicles and associated equipment, machinery and buildings in an effective, efficient manner.
• Performs required checks, routines and procedures to assure compliance with transit standards, applicable laws and safety regulations and government vehicle safety inspections.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Provides and participates in on-the-job training as required by maintenance staff to ensure that work is performed in an efficient and safe manner.
• Provides reports and other data as required to record properly the work performed and the condition of the vehicle or component.
• Makes minor repair and replacement decisions in accordance with transit preventive maintenance program.

Job Requirements:

• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5A Driver’s Licence (1A would be an asset).
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties.
• Possession of own tools appropriate for the work.
• Ability to successfully pass a mechanical skills assessment.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Grade 12 education.
• Three (3) years’ journeyperson experience in heavy equipment maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to work courteously and effectively with Transit and other civic employees, the public and suppliers.
• Possession of a Saskatchewan Journeyperson Truck and Transport Mechanic or Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Certificate.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Considerable knowledge of methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in transit vehicle repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of air brakes, air control and air systems.

Job Details:

Company: City of Saskatoon

Job Category: Cities And States

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, CA

Application Deadline: N/A

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