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Journeyman Mechanic - School Bus - Permanent, Full-time
Posted on
August 14, 2024
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Foothills School Division
Job details
Foothills School Division <p>Invite applications for:<p>Heavy Duty Mechanic <p>Situated in Aldersyde, Alberta<p>Foothills School Divisions Transportation Services department is responsible for the repair and maintenance of about a 100 school buses and other vehicles within the school division. Safety is our priority when supporting education through transportation of our precious cargo. The successful candidate will contribute to the ethos of safety through skill, training, professionalism and communication. The candidate must be willing to work in a high-pressure team environment in inclement weather conditions. <p> Advantages working with Foothills School Division <p>When we asked our current team of mechanics what standouts out about working with the Division, this is what we heard: Group Benefits - Our benefit plans and services cover the full spectrum of your health journeygeneral health, employee and family assistance and loss of life and disability benefits. As an additional perk, the Board pays for 100% of the benefit premiums - there is no cost to you! <p> Work & Play Local - For those who reside in the Foothills and greater areas, you will have the opportunity to work and play in your own backyard. <p> Work/Life Balance - The hours of work are Monday through Friday between 7:00 - 5:00 p.m. No more shift work for those looking for something more predictable. This allows for more time doing the things you enjoy ! <p> Boot Allowance - We offer up to $300 per year for a boot allowance. <p> Strong Team Environment - We are a small team who prides ourselves on working closely together and helping each other achieve success! <p> Getting Students to School Safely - Our work is pivotal in safely transporting our precious cargo to school and home each day. The Role <p>The Journeyman Mechanic is responsible for the repairs and maintenance of school buses, other vehicles and equipment. The mechanic will have strong knowledge of vehicle and equipment repairs. Mechanics work independently with the responsibility of repairing vehicles and equipment in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. Work assignments will be provided both verbally and in the form of written work orders. The Journeyman Mechanic will maintain a good working relationship with Bus Drivers and Transportation Services Department staff. <p>Qualifications Hold a current Alberta/Canadian Heavy Equipment Technicians Certificate (formerly known as a heavy-duty mechanic certificate) OR, alternatively, an Alberta/Canadian Automotive Service Technicians certificate Red Seal certification<p> Hold a current Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program (CVIP) license in good standing<p> Hold a minimum , clean and current class 5 drivers license, with a preference of a clean and current class 1 or 2 license with an airbrake or Q endorsement<p> Owns own hand tools / Tool Box<p> Computer literate, including email and diagnostic programs<p> Experience in a bus shop setting as a mechanic would be a distinct advantage<p> Organizational and communication skills (verbal and written) are essential<p> Interacts with other professionally using sensitivity, tact, diplomacy<p> Proven mechanical abilities in Hydraulics and electrical, including schematics and diagnostics<p> Highly flexible and able to work under pressure in a diverse working environment<p> Strong attention to detailWorking Conditions and Hours The transportation facility is located in Aldersyde, Alberta<p> Hours of work: 8 hours a day Monday to Friday between the hours of 7am and 5pm. May have to work after hours on emergency call outs<p> May have to work outside in inclement weather, both indoors and outdoors<p> Personal Protective Equipment is required<p> Hazard associa
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LocationHigh River, AB
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
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Advertised until
2024-10-13
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