Position Status: Full-Time Temporary (This position to last not later than December 31, 2024)
Department: Liquid Waste Services
Employee Group: GVRDEU
Location: Lions Gate Wastewater Treatment Plant, North Vancouver
Salary Range/ Wage Rate: $2,809.60 bi-weekly plus 6.25% deferred compensation
 
Our Liquid Waste Services Department is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic I who will join the Maintenance Team at the Lions Gate Wastewater Treatment Plant in North Vancouver. The successful applicant will support the Maintenance Department in completing a variety of tasks, assisting Millwrights, as well as working independently. The hours of work at the facility are 6:30am-3:00pm, Monday to Friday.
 
You are: A safety conscious self-starting individual with a focus on mechanical skills and teamwork. This position would allow you to apply yourself and work towards fulfilling a time and training-based progression to Maintenance Mechanic II, as well as consider fulfilling requirements to apply to Metro Vancouver’s Apprenticeship Program as a career opportunity.
 
This role: (The duties described hereunder are intended to be representative of the position and are not to be considered all inclusive.)

• Lubrication of equipment as directed or as set out in preventive maintenance schedules.
• Carries out minor adjustments, repairs and replacement on equipment drives, belts, valves, packing, gaskets, etc.
• Under the general direction of the Foreman or a qualified mechanic assists in repairs, layout, installation and maintenance of all equipment in the Utility including engines, pumps, compressors, conveyors, valves, meters, gates, etc.  Assists in performing minor process piping and leak repairs, valve maintenance and testing, and works on pilot systems for regulating valves.
• Collects and maintains equipment data and records valve test results.
• Obtains tools and parts from warehouses.
• Inventories materials and parts as required for various types of work.
• Works in confined spaces and conducts safety monitor duties as required.
• Works in compliance with all District safety policies, procedures and WCB regulations.

 
To be successful, you have:

• Grade 12 graduation, or equivalency.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in repair, maintenance and overhaul of equipment, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated mechanical skills and ability.
• Ability to comprehend basic operations and theories, requiring analytical skills.
• Knowledge of the safe operation and care of hand and power tools.
• Physically capable of performing duties as outlined.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and demonstrate safety awareness.
• Must be literate in basic computer skills and able to use applications such as Word and Excel, including an ability to learn, understand and apply Computerized Managed Maintenance System (CMMS) and predictive maintenance technologies.
• Ability to work shift work as required.
• Valid B.C. driver’s license.

 
Note: This position will progress to Maintenance Mechanic II after 2 years’ experience AND successful completion of courses in math, hydraulics, welding, pumps, valves, actuators, and lubrication.
 
For the purposes of comparison and course content, the following courses offered at BCIT (2020) provide the basis for the educational component requirement to move from level 1 to level 2.  Other courses already taken will be assessed against these courses for the purpose of assessing equivalent credit.
 
HDMX 0106 – Mobile Hydraulics Fundamentals; WELD 0102 – Introduction to Welding; PUBW 1001- Introduction to Public Works Operations; ACES 0020 – Technical Literacy: Tools of the Trade; ACES 0015 – Mathematics for the Trades
 
Our Vision: 
Metro Vancouver embraces collaboration and innovation in providing sustainable regional services that contribute to a livable and resilient region and a healthy natural environment for current and future generations.
 
At Metro Vancouver, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, safe, equitable, and inclusive work environment for all. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is reflective of the region we serve. If an accommodation is required during the recruitment and selection process, please contact [email protected] for support. Learn more about our commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion here.
 
Please follow this link https://metrovancouver.org/about-us/careers to our Careers page where you can submit your application by September 3, 2024.