City of Vancouver Hiring for Apprentice – Heavy Duty Mechanic (Fleet and Manufacturing Services) at Vancouver, BC Full Time

Company

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose & Function

The Fleet & Manufacturing Services supports the City of Vancouver in being a service provider in all aspects of Fleet Management. The expertise and knowledge provided to internal and sometimes external clients by the Fleet & Manufacturing Services Branch includes the following: Engineering, Vehicle Procurement, Heavy Duty/Commercial/Automotive Maintenance and Repairs, Quick Service Repairs, Machining, Mill Work, Fabrication, Vehicle Outfitting, Carpentry, Body Shop Vehicle Repair and Painting, Product Inventory/Ordering, and Small Equipment Repair.

Fleet & Manufacturing Services (FMS) has four locations and operates over two shifts. The successful candidate will be required to work both Day and Afternoon shifts on a regular rotation to gain the experience required to complete apprenticeship. The successful candidate may also be required to adjust shifts and change shop locations as operational required.

The successful candidate will also be required to attend school as stipulated by the Industry Training Authority (ITA) to complete your apprenticeship. The specific dates for schooling are scheduled by Equipment Services and you will receive your hourly rate (part from Employment Insurance and part from the City of Vancouver) whilst attending school.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

As an Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic, you will work with members of the Fleet & Manufacturing Services team to support the City of Vancouver fleet including but not limited to Vancouver Police and Fire consisting of approximately 4,000 units. The fleet ranges from small equipment, automobiles, light and heavy trucks along with heavy equipment and many specialized items of municipal equipment.

Your role will be to maintain and repair the fleet along with colleagues from Garage and Shops including Journeyperson Mechanics, fabricators, machinists, body workers, carpenters and operations workers.

You will perform all of the duties of a Journeyperson Mechanic in order to gain the necessary skills and experience to complete your apprenticeship. This will include detailed work assignments and instructions, both verbal and written via Tradespersons, Foremen, Supervisors and Managers.

Your assignments will be checked and monitored whilst in progress and on completion to ensure successful progress towards the required standards, skill levels, knowledge and competencies to successfully complete your apprenticeship and become a Red Seal Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic.

This position will perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Completion of Grade 10. Grade 12 is preferred.

Successful completion of heavy mechanic pre-apprenticeship foundation program an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the automotive and heavy duty mechanical trade.

Knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions of the trade.

Proven effective verbal and written skills to communicate clearly and concisely with employees.

Good planning, organizational and administrative skills including the ability to juggle priorities within competing deadlines.

Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment employed in the trade.

Agility, muscular coordination and sufficient strength to permit the performance of heavy manual labour.

Driver’s License and Record Checks:
A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License or higher and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record

5 years accumulation of no more than 9 points, not in excess of 3 points per single year

3 years accumulation of no more than 1 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident in any single year

Employees who do not demonstrate a satisfactory driving record will have their application reviewed in more detail

Candidates must attach the following to be considered:
Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 5 years

Insurance and Claims History for the past 5 years

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300)

Affiliation: CUPE 1004 N/Pks

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Position Start Date: October, 2021

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-313: $29.82 per hour

Number of Positions: 3

Application Close: September 7, 2021

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, LGBT2Q+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

To be considered for this exciting and impactful career opportunity with a generous benefits package, please apply on our careers site.