Vehicle and Equipment Services Mechanic - CONTINUING

Position:
Vehicle and Equipment Services Mechanic - CONTINUING

Competition: S-26-177

Location/Dept:
Maintenance

Hours:

40.00 Monday-Friday - 12 Months

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Term of Employment:
Continuing

Salary: $41.21 Per Hour

Reports to the Manager - Maintenance and performs skilled journeyperson-level mechanical work involving the inspection, diagnosis, maintenance, repair, modification, calibration, and servicing of the District's fleet vehicles, heavy equipment, grounds equipment, aerial lift devices, forklifts, and other specialized equipment.

The Vehicle and Equipment Services Mechanic is responsible for independently planning and prioritizing work, responding to equipment breakdowns, conducting field repairs, performing preventative maintenance, maintaining regulatory compliance, and ensuring fleet reliability and operational safety. The position serves as a key in-house mechanical resource supporting the district's fleet vehicles and equipment using sound judgment to assist with the diagnosis and resolution of a range of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical equipment issues.

• Inspects, diagnoses, services, repairs, overhauls, and performs preventative maintenance on a wide variety of District vehicles, heavy-duty equipment, grounds maintenance equipment, aerial lifts, forklifts, trailers, and powered equipment.
• Diagnoses and repairs gasoline, diesel, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, electronic, steering, suspension, brake, drivetrain, emissions, and fuel systems.
• Reads, interprets, and applies complex wiring schematics, electrical diagrams, service manuals, hydraulic valve schematics, hose routing diagrams, and technical specifications to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Programs, calibrates, configures, and updates vehicle electronics, fleet management systems, safety systems, diagnostic equipment, and specialized tools and equipment.
• Conducts vehicle and equipment inspections to ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, manufacturer specifications, and District standards.
• Reviews and follows up on weekly vehicle inspection reports, identifies deficiencies, prioritizes repairs, and ensures corrective action is completed.
• Responds to vehicle and equipment breakdowns at District sites and performs emergency troubleshooting and repairs in the field.
• Performs welding, fabrication, and modification work related to vehicle and equipment repairs and maintenance.
• Operates diagnostic equipment, computerized testing systems, scan tools, and specialized trade equipment.
• Communicates with equipment manufacturers, suppliers, service providers, and technical representatives regarding repairs, warranties, technical issues, parts availability, and equipment specifications.
• Works closely with Procurement and departmental managers regarding fleet replacement planning, new vehicle purchases, equipment specifications, tools, and capital equipment requirements.
• Researches, sources, orders, receives, and picks up parts, materials, tools, and equipment required for maintenance and repair activities.
• Maintains inventory levels of repair parts, fluids, consumables, tools, and equipment required for efficient operations.
• Provides recommendations regarding fleet lifecycle management, equipment replacement, preventative maintenance schedules, and repair strategies.
• Maintains accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, repair documentation, work orders, equipment histories, and regulatory compliance records.
• Loads, unloads, transports, and operates District vehicles, equipment, aerial lifts, forklifts, and other machinery as required.
• Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes multiple projects, repair requests, preventative maintenance schedules, and emergency repairs while ensuring service continuity.
• Ensures the mechanical shop, tools, equipment, and work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Remains current with evolving vehicle technologies, diagnostic systems, alternative fuels, emissions systems, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
• Applies safe work practices at all times and ensures compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations, District policies, and applicable…