Transportation - Mechanic - temporary

POSITION : Trans- Mechanic - temporary

SITE : Transportation

HOURS : 40 hrs / wk

JOB COMMENCES : ASAP until June 25, 2027, or earlier depending on the return of the incumbent.

WAGE : AS PER UNION AGREEMENT

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, ABILITY AND SKILLS :

• Class 2 Driver's License with Air Brake endorsement
• Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate
• Personality and aptitude for working with students

Description :

Under the direction of the Transportation Manager repairs and maintains all School District buses; vehicles and equipment; and performs as a bus driver as needed. Be responsible for the day-to-day routine of the mechanics' shop.

Duties :

1. Diagnose problems, repair and perform general maintenance of all buses, equipment and vehicles including adjustment of engines, transmissions, differentials, hydraulics, electrical systems, and clutches on gas and diesel equipment; tune up engines, ignitions parts, clean and adjust carburetors; perform minor body repair; respond to breakdowns.

2. Perform preventative maintenance and make inspections of buses for proper working order and safe operation.

3. Order, stock and inventory parts and supplies as needed.

4. Maintain and keep current an inventory and accountability of parts, tools, supplies and equipment.

5. Use department funds in an economically responsible manner.

6. Directs, advises or assists other employees as appropriate.

7. Ensure shop organization, cleanliness and safety.

8. Make recommendations on equipment replacement.

9. Drive any bus route that may be required as assigned by the Transportation Manager.

Qualifications :

1. Automotive or Heavy-Duty Mechanic Certification

2. Commercial Transport Mechanic Certification

3. Commercial Inspection Certification

4. High school diploma

5. Work Hazardous Materials Information Certification (WHIMIS)

6. Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certification

7. Minimum of one year related experience at the journeyman level.

8. Physical capability to perform the job duties

9. Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.

10. Valid B.C. Class 2 driver's license with an Air Brake Endorsement

11. Possess good computer skills

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following :

1. A willingness and ability to learn other tasks as required

2. Excellent human relation skills

3. High degree of initiative

4. Ability to work as a team player

5. Good judgement

6. Proactive and work well under pressure

7. Ability to set priorities and juggle multiple tasks concurrently

8. A professional attitude

The starting hourly rate of pay for this Transportation Mechanic position is $36.78 per hour. All continuing positions receive a competitive benefits package and pension.

The Quesnel School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.