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Reporting to the Mechanic I, the Shop Mechanic is responsible for performing mechanical repairs and maintenance on the MD fleet, including vehicles, trucks, and heavy equipment. The ideal candidate will hold a Class 3 driver’s license, and be capable of operating heavy equipment or trucks as needed.

Specific Accountabilities

  • Assisting the supervisor with the planning and organizing of the functions and activities related to the servicing, maintenance and repair of fleet vehicles and equipment in order to ensure that the equipment is available, reliable and safe.
  • Determine the nature and extent of repairs and maintenance needed and complete in-house or schedule with off-site vendors
  • Analyze, troubleshoot, dismantle, align, assemble and adjust mechanical equipment and machinery to maintain it in efficient operating condition
  • Install new and added-on equipment and modifications on equipment and vehicles
  • Test repaired equipment for proper operation
  • Advise supervisor of any serious mechanical or safety issues
  • Monitor parts usage and report on any materials issues or purchasing requirements
  • Operate manual or semi-automatic welding, flame-cutting, brazing and soldering equipment
  • Keep detailed and accurate maintenance records and documentation
  • Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of the shop and ensure shop policies are adhered to
  • Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and repair techniques
  • Maintain safe working conditions and adhere to OH&S and MD safety procedures and program
  • Perform in a team environment
  • When required, operate heavy equipment and trucks
  • Perform other duties as required

General Accountabilities

Customer Service

  • Promotes a positive, professional image of the MD and provides consistent, knowledgeable customer service to all clients
  • Seeks to understand individual client needs and concerns and assists them to find the most appropriate solution or information
  • Respond in a professional and timely manner to inquiries, complaints, or suggestions from clients, providing effective follow-up as required
  • Diffuses upset, anxious and/or angry clients and defers issues to the appropriate person for resolution if needed
  • Exercises discretion, diplomacy, and judgement in handling sensitive information

Teamwork

  • Actively participates in team meetings for overall team success
  • Demonstrates initiative and willingness to accept additional tasks and responsibilities to support the team
  • Learns the tasks and procedures of other positions in order to provide efficient back-up when required
  • Takes on a variety of duties assigned that may not be part of the regular day to day expectations

Leadership

  • Promotes a positive, professional image of the MD
  • Behaves in alignment with MD values and workplace policies; identifies when things are out of alignment and acts as an agent for positive change
  • Communicates and addresses issues and concerns as they arise with the person most appropriate for a full and respectful resolution
  • Anticipate department needs and assists/aids/supports where gaps are revealed/shown
  • Mentoring both summer and RAP students.
  • Education and Certifications
  • High school diploma – Required
  • Certified Mechanic License – Required
  • Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License – Required
  • Alberta Class 1 or 3 Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement – Preferred

Abilities & Experience

  • Proven mechanical abilities in gas and diesel automotive repairs and heavy equipment repairs – Required
  • Must be physically fit and able to do heavy lifting work – Required 
  • Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office programs, with the ability to independently create and edit a variety of documents and spreadsheets – Required
  • Experience with GIS systems – Asset
  • Experience with Digital work order systems like Asset Management – Required
  • Excellent social, communication, and relationship management skills – Required
  • Ability to work well under pressure, individually and as part of a team – Required
  • Must be organized and pay strong attention to detail – Required
  • Able to always deal with people tactfully and professionally – Required

Salary Range: $34.67 – $45.62 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.   

Please submit your application to [email protected] referencing Competition No. MechanicII-2025 in the subject line. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidates are hired.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  

Career Details

  • Department Transportation
  • Category Permanent Roles
  • Location Slave Lake Shop
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