Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Automotive Service Technician Certificate of Qualifications (T.Q.), Inter-Provincial Red Seal Endorsement.
• Red Seal certification is preferred.
• Completion of Grade 10, supplemented by technical courses related to the work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in theautomotive and mechanical trade.
• Thorough knowledge of braking systems.
• Considerable knowledge of the hazards and proper safety precautions of the trade.
• Ability to perform a variety of complex skilled electrical and mechanical tasks in the overhaul, repair,maintenance and adjustment of motorcycles, automotive and marine electrical systems.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions which may be accompanied bysketches and diagrams.
• Ability to interpret manufacturers' instructions and diagrams pertaining to equipment.
• Ability to requisition parts and materials.
• Ability to operate vehicles and heavy-duty equipment.
• Ability to plan, assign and supervise one or more subordinates.
• Ability to inspect and test City vehicles for road worthiness, following prescribed provincial standards.
• Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment employed in the trade.
• Agility, muscular coordination, and sufficient strength to permit the performance of heavy manual labour.
• Superior mechanical aptitude.

Driver’s License and Record Checks:

• A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License or higher and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record.
• No more than 2 infractions in 2 years or no more than 4 points in 2 consecutive years.
• 3 years accumulation of no more than 2 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident inany single year.
• Candidates must attach the following to be considered:
• Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 3 years (no more than 14 days prior to thisposting)
• Insurance and Claims History for the past 3 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)

Description/Duties

Included above in the Qualifications Section.