Job Description

We are accepting applications!PositionJourneyperson MechanicAuto or Heavy Duty( 3rd or 4th year ofapprenticeship may be considered)Contract TypeFull-time; 40 hrs week/8 hrs per dayDuration Of PositionImmediately - January 31, 2025; with the possibility of extensionLocation:Grasslands Public Schools Transportation DepartmentApplication Close DateAs soon as a suitable applicant pool has been established! Apply directly to this ad, by selecting the Apply Online button below! Check your 'jobs Applied To' to confirm you successfully appliedTreaty AcknowledgementWe wish to acknowledge Treaty 7 territory - the ancestral and traditional territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy: Kainai, Piikani and Siksika as well as the Tsuu T’ina First Nation and Stoney Nakoda First Nation. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We recognize the land as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.AboutAt Grasslands Public Schools we look for people who are passionate about being a part of a collaborative team that thrives on a foundation of:Student LearningSchool + Community RelationshipsInclusive + Healthy EnvironmentsGrasslands Public SchoolsTRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENTis hiringWe are seeking an energetic and self-motivated Mechanic to join our team, as a member of our Transportation Department. Working with the transportation team you will be responsible for repair, service, and inspection of our fleet of divisional buses and other divisional equipment.It’s great to work at Grasslands! We offer health, dental and other extended benefits. In this role you will have weekends and summers off, and often have extended time off during holiday seasons, as scheduled on the school calendar.Wellness and Active LivingGrasslands Public Schools, in partnership with the City of Brooks Recreation Services, offer discounts on JBS Canada Centre memberships and passes, for Grasslands employees!Job DutiesRepair, inspect, and complete preventative maintenance on a mixed fleetRemoval and reinstallation of drivetrain componentsIdeal Candidates Skills & AbilitiesAble to interpret and apply results of electronic diagnosticsRemain up to date with industry standards and protocolsAble to complete all job duties with the upmost quality of workStrong mechanical, electrical, troubleshooting skillsAble to prioritize tasks both routine and unexpectedStrong organizational and time management skills and the able to prioritize multiple demandsAble to work in efficiently while upholding safety protocolsWork as a team with all co-workers to achieve an efficient, productive working environmentOn a daily basis, able to perform tasks that may be physically demanding that includes but not limited to; climbing and balancing; stooping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning, and reaching; lifting, carrying, pulling and pushing; and, prolonged sitting and standingAble to tolerate and work around dust and fumesStrong communication and interpersonal skillsStrong computer skills; able to pick up new and existing programs relate to the job quicklyRespect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversityPersonal integrity and trustworthinessAble to establish trust and rapport with the people you work with and aroundUnderstanding and appreciation of Grasslands Public Schools mission and valuesRequired Education And CertificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentAlberta Journeyperson Certificate in Auto Mechanics or Heavy Duty MechanicsAlberta Vehicle Inspection Technician LicenseOR Eligible to acquire license to inspect school busesValid class 2 driving license with S endorsement is required (Training is available)-Applicants within the 3rd or 4th year of Auto/Heavy Duty Mechanics apprenticeship may be considered-Successful applicants will be required to submit before start date:Current Criminal Record Check (CRC) with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)Original document reported within the last 6 months of hire date; condition of employment* Applicants cannot work before a clear CRC with VSC has been provided and approved*Valid class 2 driving license with S endorsement is requiredtraining is availableProvide a clean drivers abstractRequired To ApplyPlease take note of the documentation required:current cover letter and resumecontacts for three (3) professional references ; preferably in a professional settingIf Selected For An Interview(please feel free to provide with your application)Journeyperson certificateVerification training, education and other certifications! Apply directly to this ad, by selecting the Apply Online button below! Check your 'jobs Applied To' to confirm you successfully applied

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