Basic Function:
Assist the licensed Mechanics with major and minor service, repairs and maintenance on County vehicles and equipment, both at the Norfolk County Garage and at off-site locations
Position Description:
- Assist licensed Mechanic in carrying out major repairs and maintenance such as engine overhauls, transmission clutch changes and hub stripping and re-assembly on County trucks and equipment (gasoline, diesel, propane) both at the Norfolk County Garage and at off-site locations
- Assist licensed Mechanic in carrying out minor repairs and maintenance such as oil changes, tune-ups, brakes, MTO safety inspections, etc.
- Carry out maintenance and housekeeping duties in garage and yard
- Process work orders
- Complete daily logbook
- Hand load construction and maintenance materials on a daily basis
- Spot loads and unloads materials and equipment with loaders such as snow plows, salt and sand spreaders
- Shuttle vehicles in and out of the garage
- Shuttle vehicles to and from service contractors
- Pick up parts from suppliers
- Organize vehicles and equipment in the yard
- Maintain and inspect spare vehicles used by the fleet yard
- Check over spare vehicles as required
- Check the working order of two way radios in vehicles
- Perform annual service on keyless equipment
- Assist with the preparation of items for annual auction
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Knowledge and Experience:
- Grade 12
- Over one year and up to two years’ experience with familiar scope of position, or equivalent previous experience
- Valid province of Ontario Class “DZ” licence and access to a reliable vehicle
Skills and Abilities:
- Computer expertise in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and department specific software to data search and entry and to create and modify word processed documents
- Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Benefits
Posting #: CUPE 88.24
Position: Mechanics Assistant
Status: Temporary Full Time (date of hire to approximately May 30, 2025)
Employee Group: CUPE Local 4700
Salary: $24.23 - $30.29 per hour
Division: Operations
Department: Fleet
Reports To: Manager, Fleet Services
Location: Norfolk County Garage, Simcoe, ON
Posting Period: November 20, 2024 – December 4, 2024
How to Apply:
Follow the link below via Google Chrome for the application process:
- Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf
- If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be uploaded as 1 file.
Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County - NorfolkCounty.ca