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Mechanic
@ School District #60 (Peace River North)
Fort St. John, British Columbia
Overview
School District #60 (Peace River North) is hiring a full-time Mechanic in its Transportation Department to maintain the district's school bus and vehicle fleet, along with compressors, light plants and grounds equipment. The role works 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, year-round, at a commencing rate of $43.81 per hour, with applications accepted until the position is filled.
Pay:
$43.81 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electronic faults on vehicles and equipment
- Perform safety checks and road tests
- Fill out work orders
- Act as lead hand in the Working Foreman's absence
- Follow safety rules and handle hazardous materials safely
Requirements summary:
- Red Seal Heavy Duty or Commercial Transport Mechanic certification
- Knowledge of computerized diagnostic equipment
- Class 5 licence with air brakes endorsement
- Acceptable driver's abstract
- Vehicle inspector certificate an asset
- Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search before starting
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-07
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Red Seal, Class 5, Air brakes endorsement, WHMIS |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record, driving record |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
School District #60 (Peace River North)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 36 |
MECHANIC
Position Description:
There is a position available for a Mechanic in the Transportation Department with School District #60. Applications must be completed online and will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Reporting to the Transportation Supervisor and Transportation Working Lead, this position is responsible for maintaining the School District vehicle fleet including school buses, motorized and non-motorized maintenance vehicles, as well as compressors, light plants and grounds equipment.
Hours of work: Eight (8) hours per day, five (5) days/week
Duties to Commence: As soon as possible after closing
Work Year Base: Twelve (12) months per year
Commencing Salary: $43.81/hr.
Duties:
- Carries out duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor.
- Performs mechanical and electronic diagnoses and repairs on vehicles and equipment.
- Performs safety checks and road tests vehicles.
- Keeps a clean and well maintained workplace at all times.
- Fills out work orders as required.
- May be called upon to act as lead hand in the absence of the Working Foreman - Transportation.
- Follows proper safety rules and standards by ensuring the worksite is safe and secure, that equipment and vehicles are operated according to set standards.
- Ensure the safe handling of hazardous materials (WHMIS) and the safe use and operation of equipment and hand tools.
- Informs the Supervisor(s) and/or Administrative Officer of vandalized equipment or property.
- Performs other job related duties as directed by the Transportation Supervisor.
Qualifications and Attributes:
- Inter provincial Red Seal Certified Heavy Duty or Commercial Transport Mechanic
- Knowledge of computerized diagnostic equipment
- Minimum Class 5 driver's licence with air brakes endorsement
- Acceptable Driver's abstract
- Vehicle inspectors certificate would be an asset
- WHMIS Certificate and other online safety training provided by the District to be completed within the probationary period
- Other applicable safety training and/or certifications as provided by the District to be completed as needed
- Must be able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search conducted by the District prior to starting employment
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to be an integral part of a team
- Ability to work independently and set priorities
Please Note: Proof of graduation and or highest level of education is required prior to starting work
For more information please contact:
Janet Peterson, Transportation Supervisor (250)263-6426 or email [email protected]
All applications must be made through Make A Future website for consideration for the position. If you require assistance with the online application process please contact Colleen Stewart at 250-262-6008 or [email protected].
We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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