(Permanent, Full-Time) - 1422

Close Date
Open until filled

At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody every day. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.
 
We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!

Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.

Position Overview
Attention all skilled Mechanics! Are you looking for a rewarding career that provides job security and an unbeatable pension plan? If you enjoy the challenge of working on a diversified fleet, everything from mowers to heavy construction equipment including, agricultural, commercial and automotive equipment, this position may be a perfect fit for you. We are looking for a team player with excellent diagnostic, repair and preventative maintenance skills. Let us know that you are interested in this permanent full- time position by applying today.

Across the City, we are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen.
 
The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:

• BC Trade Qualification or inter-provincial Heavy-Duty Mechanic, or Commercial Transport Mechanic.
• Valid Motor Vehicle Inspector’s Certificate with air brake designation or the ability to obtain certificate.
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence - Class 5 with requirement to obtain Class 3 Licence with air brakes ticket within two (2) years.
• Minimum three years’ previous experience working on heavy duty or commercial transport equipment.

 
For new hires, and those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. A comprehensive benefits package is included with this position. This is a CUPE local 900 position. Please note that more than one may be hired.

This job posting will be open until filled. The posting may close anytime after August 12, 2024, if a qualified candidate is found.

Hourly Rate
$43.275

Hours & Days of Work
Monday - Friday (2-weeks rotation)
Days shift: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Afternoon shift: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Hours per Week
40
 
Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by telephone, email [email protected] or in person at 6- 510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.

External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements of each job you apply for. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Applications are accepted online at kamloops.ca/careers.