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Automotive Mechanic, Journeyperson
Job Summary
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Automotive Service Technician Certificate of Qualifications (T.Q.), Inter-Provincial Red Seal Endorsement.
- Red Seal certification is preferred.
- Completion of Grade 10, supplemented by technical courses related to the work.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in theautomotive and mechanical trade.
- Thorough knowledge of braking systems.
- Considerable knowledge of the hazards and proper safety precautions of the trade.
- Ability to perform a variety of complex skilled electrical and mechanical tasks in the overhaul, repair,maintenance and adjustment of motorcycles, automotive and marine electrical systems.
- Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions which may be accompanied bysketches and diagrams.
- Ability to interpret manufacturers' instructions and diagrams pertaining to equipment.
- Ability to requisition parts and materials.
- Ability to operate vehicles and heavy-duty equipment.
- Ability to plan, assign and supervise one or more subordinates.
- Ability to inspect and test City vehicles for road worthiness, following prescribed provincial standards.
- 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.
- Superior mechanical aptitude.
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.
- No more than 2 infractions in 2 years or no more than 4 points in 2 consecutive years.
- 3 years accumulation of no more than 2 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident inany single year.
- Candidates must attach the following to be considered:
- Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 3 years (no more than 14 days prior to thisposting)
- Insurance and Claims History for the past 3 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)
Description/Duties
Included above in the Qualifications Section.
About City of Vancouver
Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, 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.
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