Fleet Trades Person - Automotive Mechanic (Apprentice)

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Fleet Trades Person - Automotive Mechanic (Apprentice)

Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the position of Fleet Trades Person - Automotive Mechanic (Apprentice) with Emergency Fleet (Police), Corporate Fleet. This is an opportunity for a qualified individual to complete their apprenticeship program.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

Under the direction of the Fleet Supervisor, the Apprentice performs maintenance work on the Police Fleet. The successful candidate must be able and willing to move to another work location should the employer deem it necessary. The incumbent would be subject to noise, odors, grease, and dirt associated with a garage environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive, accept, and complete work orders and assigned tasks through the use a computerized fleet maintenance system, i.e., Fleet Focus.
• Diagnose, determine the source and extent of, and carry out the necessary repairs to all types of equipment, diesel/gas, and hydraulic equipment contained in a major municipal fleet operation.
• Must be willing to accept necessary training in related courses.
• Continuously take necessary training to successfully pass and stay current on Emergency Vehicle Technician Levels
• Maintain a safe and healthy workplace, per the Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
• Must have a good working knowledge of Preventative Maintenance and how it pertains to a fleet operation.
• Complete and maintain electronic work orders and necessary records, as required.
• Must register and comply with the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Program to attain journeyman certification.
• Must comply with the Memorandum of Understanding #4- Apprenticeship Training as identified in the CUPE Local 108 collective agreement.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 12, or equivalent education and experience
• Must be a graduate of a diploma program from a recognized community college and currently enrolled in the Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship program.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 N.S. drivers' license, with a good driving record (a current Driver’s Abstract will be required before appointment)
• Must possess own hand tools.
• Must have a reasonable knowledge of Fleet Equipment.
• Must have a reasonable understanding of preventative maintenance, as it pertains to municipal equipment.
• Familiarity with computers and a computerized work order system.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Must have good attendance, as well as be reliable and punctual.

Security Clearance Requirements: Candidates being considered for the position of Fleet Trades Person with Emergency Fleet must successfully meet the security clearance requirements administered by Halifax Regional Police.

Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.

Candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position and have valid licensing, as required.

Please note – Applicants are responsible to include all information that they wish to have taken into consideration in the review of their application, and applicants are required to provide full details of experience or training referenced in the posting. Applicants may be screened out of this competition at preliminary stages of review based on the insufficiency of the information provided, and the award of this position may be made solely on the basis of the information provided in the electronic submission without any requirement that the Employer contact the candidate for further elaboration on information referenced in the application.

COMPETENCIES: Values and Ethics, Organizational Awareness, Customer Service, Communications, Analytical Thinking, Conflict Management, Organization and Planning, Teamwork and Cooperation, & Valuing Diversity

WORK STATUS: Apprentice agrees to complete at least one level of the Training Program in its entirety within one calendar year. Please note that completion of an Apprenticeship Program will not automatically result in an appointment to Journeyman status. A vacancy must exist and normal posting and competition process will apply. If an Apprentice obtains their Red Seal and a permanent position does not exist, the Apprentice may remain employed at 95% of the Journeyperson rate until a permanent position becomes available. Should the Apprentice, apply for, be offered and decline a position or fail to apply for a position, their employment in the Apprenticeship position will be terminated.

HOURS OF WORK: 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday (40 hours per week), with the exception of overtime required for operational requirements.

SALARY: $31.14 per hour for Year 1, beginning at 75% of the Journeyperson rate and increased by 5% upon successful completion of each apprenticeship level until it reaches 90% if the Journeyperson rate. At the completion of Level 4, the Apprentice shall write the Red Seal exam. (Refer to MOU #4 of the CUPE 108 collective agreement)

WORK LOCATION: Halifax Regional Police Headquarters (1975 Gottingen Street, Halifax)

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on October 27, 2026


Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link: Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax

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Fleet Trades Person - Automotive Mechanic (Apprentice) | Halifax Regional Municipality