310T Truck and Coach Technician (Licensed/Apprentice)

The City of Guelph • Guelph, ON

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Guelph is seeking a Licensed Truck & Coach Technician/Apprentice for the Fleet Services Division. This role focuses on quality customer service and continuous improvement processes. If you hold a 310T license or have completed Level 2 or 3 of the 310T apprentice program, you will be enrolled in our Apprenticeship Program to obtain your full license. This position is eligible for benefits under the ATU Local 1189 Collective Agreement and supports the City of Guelph's Strategic Plan and Corporate Values.

Requirements

• Considerable experience related to the duties listed above, normally acquired through a Grade 12 education and five years experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy vehicles. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Apprentices must be registered with the Skilled Trades of Ontario within 60 days of employment.
• Apprentices shall provide a copy of the 310T Truck and Coach Technician Logbook if already registered as an apprentice with Ontario Skilled Trades.
• Must possess a valid Class 'CZ' licence with a good driving record or have a valid driver’s licence in good standing and be willing to obtain CZ within a specified time period.
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current driver’s abstract prior to their start date to confirm their licence is held in good standing and that it has not been suspended or revoked under the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) or Criminal Code of Canada in the last 5 years.
• The City of Guelph will take into consideration the number of demerit points and/or nature of the infractions to determine if it meets our requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Preference may be given to Licensed Technicians, possessing a valid Truck & Coach Technician Licence (310T).
• Strong consideration will be given to Apprentices who have completed Level 2 or Level 3 of the 310T apprenticeship program with Skilled Trades Ontario.
• Additional licenses (e.g., Valid Automotive Service Technician (310S)) are considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform all maintenance and repair of all types of light and heavy Transit vehicles including diagnosis and correction of problems with diesel and/or gasoline engines, automatic transmissions, brakes, steering and other bus components in accordance with approved policy.
• Perform inspection, maintenance and repair of all Transit equipment.
• Lubricate, refuel, change oil, service tires and batteries, etc. as required.
• Apprentices shall work under the direction of a licensed 310T Truck and Coach Journeyperson Technician, complete service and repair tasks on all Transit fleet equipment.
• Perform general housekeeping as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefits
• Paid vacation days, increasing with years of service
• Paid personal days
• Defined benefit pension plan with OMERS, including 100-per-cent employer matching
• Extended health and dental benefits, including Health Care Spending Account
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Parental leave top up program
• Learning and development opportunities including tuition assistance
• Employee recognition programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED