Licensed Automotive​/Truck and Coach Technician​/Apprentice Technician

Job Summary   Service Area:  Public Services  Department:  Operations

Work Location:

Operations, 45 Municipal  Work Mode:  In Person  Job Type and Duration:  Permanent, Full Time Vacancy (With Conditions)  Position Availability:  1 existing vacant position Salary Range:  $32.73 - $43.06 per hour Affiliation:  CUPE Local 241  Posting Period:  October 8, 2026 to October 22, 2026 11:59 p.m.
When you join the City of Guelph, you join a team of over 2000 employees who deliver services the community relies on every day. Together, we are bringing to life Guelph’s vision of an inclusive, connected, and prosperous city where we look after each other and our environment. As a single tier municipality, we offer a variety of occupations and career specialities within our organization.

Guided by the goals and objectives of the Future Guelph:
Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness and learning, the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Community Vision for an inclusive, connected, prosperous city.
What we offer
We offer competitive wages and comprehensive benefits to meet the needs of our diverse employees. Many of our positions offer:
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.

Position Overview  Resumes are being accepted for the position of Licensed Automotive/Truck and Coach Technician/ Apprentice Technician within the Operations Department. Reporting to the Supervisor of Fleet Services, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to join a team of licensed mechanics working on a variety of light and heavy vehicles and equipment. If you currently have your 310T or 310S mechanic license you will be enrolled into our Apprenticeship Program where you will have the ability to obtain the second trade license with financial support from the employer with full wages paid during ‘day release’ in-school sessions, as well all tuition, books, parking and examination fees paid by the employer.

There are other benefits this role is eligible for under the terms and conditions of the CUPE 241 Collective Agreement. Guided by the goals and objectives of the City’s Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness and learning, the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Vision for an inclusive, connected and prosperous city.
Key duties and responsibilities
Responsible for the inspection, maintenance and repair of all systems on various types of light and heavy vehicles and equipment
Perform all inspection, maintenance, and repair of all types of light and heavy vehicles, including diagnosis and correction of problems with diesel and/or gasoline engines, automatic transmissions, brakes, steering and other vehicle components as per approved policy.
Hydraulic repairs and service
Lubricate, refuel, change oil, service tires and batteries, etc. as required.
Accurate and legible record keeping
Maintaining a neat, tidy and clean workplace
Assisting with Apprentice training
Work towards meeting industry standard repair times for assigned repairs
Communicate issues/concerns to Lead Hand/Supervisor as needed
Follow instructions from experienced and licensed 310S or 310T Technicians
Must provide and maintain a complete set of basic mechanic's tools for performing job duties
Perform maintenance activities as required
Perform all other related duties as assigned
Qualifications…