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Mechanic - Journeyperson
@ School District #5 (Southeast Kootenay)
British Columbia
Overview
School District #5 (Southeast Kootenay) is hiring a permanent full-time journeyperson mechanic in Cranbrook, 40 hours per week at $35.01 per hour under the CUPE 4165 collective agreement. The role inspects, repairs and maintains district facilities and vehicles, and includes on-call duty and occasional school bus driving. A Red Seal journeyperson certification and four years of mechanical experience are required.
Responsibilities:
- Inspect, diagnose, repair and maintain district facilities
- Purchase parts and equipment, manage inventory and estimate costs
- Supervise staff on assigned tasks
- Replace school bus drivers on short notice and remain on call
Requirements summary:
- BC Red Seal journeyperson mechanic certification
- Class 2 licence with air endorsement or willing to obtain
- Four years of mechanical or supervisory experience
- Commercial transport mechanic and vehicle inspection licences or willing to obtain
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-13
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Vehicle, School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Red Seal, Air endorsement, Commercial Transport Mechanic Certification, Commercial Vehicle Inspection License |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record |
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School District #5 (Southeast Kootenay)
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School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay) is located in the southeast corner of the province of British Columbia. Our region features spectacular mountain scenery, clean lakes, forested hillsides and wide-open spaces. With an approximate population of 36,000 most people live in the communities of Cranbrook, South Country (Baynes Lake, Grasmere, Elko, Galloway and Jaffray), Fernie, Sparwood and Elkford. The communities and their surrounding areas are supported by resource based industries such as mining, forestry, tourism, along with other small secondary industries. People enjoy the many natural amenities associated with the environment: fishing, hiking, skiing, cycling and golfing. Cranbrook is the home of the College of the Rockies.. Fernie is the proud home of one of the fastest growing ski developments in North America: Fernie Alpine Resort. In School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay), we set high expectations for our students. Our students thrive in an innovative and academically enriched educational environment. Our caring and supportive school communities value family involvement and foster clear values that build confidence, character, and good citizenship every day. We encourage our students to participate in a wide array of co-curricular activities, and motivate each child to reach his or her individual potential.
- LinkedIn followers
- 234
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 163
- Reported office locations
- 940 Industrial Road 1, Cranbrook, British Columbia V1C 4C6, CA
- Other recorded names
- School District 5 Southeast Kootenay
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School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay) is located in the southeast corner of the province of British Columbia. Our region features spectacular mountain scenery, clean lakes, forested hillsides and wide-open spaces. With an approximate population of 36,000 most people live in the communities of Cranbrook, South Country (Baynes Lake, Grasmere, Elko, Galloway and Jaffray), Fernie, Sparwood and Elkford. The…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Primary and Secondary Education |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Cranbrook, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Educational |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 18 |
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POSTING: 4077060
JOB SUMMARY: An employee hired to perform skilled mechanical work. Cross-trade cooperation will be expected. The employee is responsible to the Manager of Operations or designate.
POSITION: PERMANENT
LOCATION: Cranbrook
HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours/week
WAGE RATE: $35.01as per CUPE 4165 Collective Agreement
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
1. British Columbia Journeyperson Mechanic certification (Red Seal)
2. Class 2 Driver’s license with air endorsement or willing to obtain.
3. Minimum four years of experience in the mechanical trade or similar supervisory position.
4. Commercial Transport Mechanic Certification or willing to obtain.
5. Commercial Vehicle Inspection License or willing to obtain.
6. Some experience in welding and sheet metal fabrication would be an asset.
7. Computer skills would be an asset.
MUST HAVE THE ABILITY TO:
1. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
2. Work under pressure, multitask and meet deadlines.
3. Understand, keep current and apply guidelines, regulations, codes, and acts from various Ministries and/or enforcing agencies pertaining to the position.
4. Be self-directed and work independently and/or collegially in a team environment.
5. Work with disagreeable situations and adverse conditions from time to time.
6. Operate, maintain, and repair various specialized tools and equipment.
7. Solve problems related to the job.
8. Read and understand specialized and technical material related to the position.
9. Maintain confidentiality.
10. Develop work methods in agreement with the Director of Operations or designate for assigned tasks.
11. Perform the physical requirements of the job.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain district facilities.
2. Perform functions such as:
· Purchase supplies, parts, and equipment.
· Prepare budgets and manage inventory.
· Estimate and bill costs.
· Supervise staff to assist with assigned tasks.
3. Ensure employee compliance to all guidelines, codes, regulations and acts relating to the position.
4. Replace school bus drivers on short notice from time to time.
5. Be available on call when required.
6. Provide information to the Director of Operations or designate of potentially serious and/or dangerous situations.
7. Liaise with school district personnel, various Ministries, enforcing agencies, inspectors, and general contractors.
8. Maintain, clean, service, adjust or repair tools and equipment related to the position.
9. Perform other job-related duties.
All applications must be submitted through Make A Future to be considered for the position. Applications should include a cover letter, resume, certifications, and at least three (3) professional references, preferably from current supervisors. When applying for positions, it is the responsibility of the applicant to provide details of their qualifications. Please include copies of all relevant certifications or diplomas.
The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Records Review Act. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
For more information about this posting, please contact Amanda Skene, HR Coordinator. [email protected]
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