Heavy Duty Mechanic

This posting is for 1 temporary full-time position up to 13 months 

Are you a skilled Heavy Duty Mechanic looking for meaningful work close to home? Join our Fleet and Facility Management department as a Fleet Services Technician, where you'll work alongside a supportive crew to keep our municipal bus fleet running smoothly and make a real difference in the lives of those who rely on public transit every day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply your expertise in the Heavy-Duty Mechanic/Heavy Equipment Technician trade to perform thorough maintenance, servicing and repairs on buses and equipment that support the safe and efficient operation of our municipal fleet
• Collaborate with a skilled team of technicians, while also demonstrating the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation upon completing repairs on vehicles, equipment, and buses
• Meet established time standards of all tasks and responsibilities to help maintain reliable transit services for the community  

Qualifications and Skills:

• Licensed Journeyperson Heavy Duty On-Road and Off-Road Mechanic/Heavy Equipment Technician
• Licensed Red Seal would be considered an asset
• Experience working on Transit buses (Nova, Alexander Denis, and New Flyer). Coach experience is also beneficial
• Basic computer experience  
• Thorough knowledge and experience of equipment repair practices, procedures and preventative maintenance requirements  
• Knowledge of current electronic diagnostic programs for chassis and body systems  
• Ability to work with a large group and train apprentices with limited supervision
• Ability to work autonomously, demonstrating the ability to perform tasks independently with minimal supervision
• Knowledge and experience with working in a Fleet Management Program  
• Automotive experience would be considered an asset  

Conditions of Employment:

• Submission of a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check  
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's licence and submission of a 5-year Driver's Abstract with less than 7 demerits  
• Valid Class 3 Driver's License with Q endorsement is preferred
• Ability to achieve Provincial Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program (CVIP) status  
• Ability to perform physical labour as part of the job duties and stand/walk for extended periods of time  
• Ability to work a variety of shifts and overtime may be required  
• Ability to be on-call (1 week per rotation)  

Who We Are:

Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta.  Our vision is to become Canada's most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness, and cooperation.  

Why Join Strathcona County: (depending on position)

• Competitive salary  
• Employee and family assistance program
• Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities
• Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace
• Work/Life Balance (Monday to Friday)
• Modern Facility with Assigned Bays and Specialized Tooling  
• Annual Tool and Boot Allowance
• Parking, Coveralls and PPE Provided

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.  

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.  

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Competition will be posted until the position is filled