Chief Mechanic or Truck and Coach Technician
Sioux Lookout, Municipality of
About this job
The Municipality of Sioux Lookout seeks a Chief Mechanic or Truck and Coach Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain municipal heavy-duty vehicles and equipment for road maintenance, construction, snow removal, and material handling. Two distinct positions are available with different certification and experience requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, repair, and maintain municipal heavy-duty vehicles and equipment
- Use computerized and manual testing equipment to identify mechanical faults
- Adjust and replace defective parts, components, or systems
- Perform routine servicing including cleaning, lubrication, and adjustments
- Respond to emergency or roadside repairs on occasion
Qualifications
- Chief Mechanic: Certificate of Qualification for Motor Vehicle Mechanic AND Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic
- Chief Mechanic: Ministry of Transportation Vehicle Inspector License
- Chief Mechanic: Valid Class 'DZ' license required (Class 'AZ' preferred)
- Chief Mechanic: Minimum 5 years progressive heavy equipment mechanics experience
- Truck and Coach Technician: Certificate of Qualification for Truck and Coach Technician (310T)
At a glance
- Closing date: August 31, 2026 at 12:00pm
- Chief Mechanic: $41.91 per hour, 40 hours per week, CUPE Local 2141
- Truck and Coach Technician: $40.79 per hour, 40 hours per week, CUPE Local 2141
- Location: Sioux Lookout, Ontario
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Full posting
Related contact Careers Email [email protected] Chief Mechanic or Truck and Coach Technician Closing date August 31, 2026 - 12:00pm Chief Mechanic Or Truck and Coach Technician Chief Mechanic or Truck and Coach Technician Chief Mechanic • Certificate of Qualification for Motor Vehicle Mechanic AND Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic. • Ministry of Transportation Vehicle Inspector License. • Valid Class “DZ” license required (Class “AZ” preferred). • Minimum 5 years of progressive heavy equipment mechanics experience. • Provides mentorship to the Apprentice Mechanic • Services attachments such as blades, plows, winches, and side booms. • Services attachments such as blades and plows CUPE Local 2141 • $41.91 per hour • 40 hrs per week Truck and Coach Technician • Certificate of Qualification for Truck and Coach Technician (310T) • Class “DZ” license preferred but not required. • Minimum 5 years of progressive experience as a licensed technician. • Conducts annual safety inspections on trucks and trailers, and performs minor welding repairs. • Also services light-duty trucks (1/2-ton) and accepts direction from the Chief Mechanic. • Performs diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on tandem and single-axle trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment. CUPE Local 2141 • $40.79 per hour • 40 hrs per week WHAT THE ROLE INVOLVES • Diagnose, repair, and maintain municipal heavy-duty vehicles and equipment used for road maintenance, construction, snow removal, and material handling. • Use computerized and manual testing equipment to identify mechanical faults and required repairs. • Adjust and replace defective parts, components, or systems using the appropriate tools and techniques. • Perform routine servicing, including cleaning, lubrication, and adjustments. • Respond to emergency or roadside repairs on occasion. • Promote and demonstrate workplace safety. • Maintain accurate records and a clean, organized workshop Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information gathered will be used for the purpose of job selection. Any queries relating to the collection of personal information should be directed to the Office of the Clerk. For additional information, visit our website at www.siouxlookout.ca. The Municipality of Sioux Lookout is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion, and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, as we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available upon request at all stages of the hiring process.
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