Posted 4 days ago
Motor Vehicle Mechanic
@ Niagara Region
Niagara, Ontario
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Overview
Niagara Region is hiring a full-time regular Motor Vehicle Mechanic at its Service Centre - Fleet to maintain and repair the municipal fleet. The work covers diagnosis, preventative maintenance, repairs and safety inspections, with on-call standby duty. The posted hourly rate is $37.76 to $40.18 for 40 hours a week.
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose, maintain and repair municipal motor vehicles and equipment
- Carry out preventative maintenance and safety inspections
- Input accurate information into fleet systems and databases
- Perform standby (on-call) duty
Requirements summary:
- Skilled Trades Ontario 310T and 310S qualifications
- Minimum 5 years as a journeyman
- Knowledge of municipal fleet operations and fleet management systems
- Valid unrestricted DZ licence
- Own mechanic tools
- Knowledge of the Highway Traffic Act
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | 310T, 310S, Class DZ, WHMIS, First Aid, CPR |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | High school (required), Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Truck and Coach Technician, Automotive Service Technician |
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Niagara Region
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 33 |
Job description
Job Opening
CUPE 1287
Job Title : Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Job Opening Id : 46308 # Required : 1
Business Unit : Public Works Division : Transportation
Worksite: : Service Centre - Fleet Standard Hours : 40.00 / week
Full/Part Time : Full-Time Regular/Temporary: : Regular
Salary Grade : 13C Salary Range : $ 37.76 - $ 40.18
Post Date : 2026-11-11 Close Date : 2026-11-24
Division
Transportation
Important Notices & Amendments
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Perform all aspects of motor vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair pertaining to the municipal fleet. Undertake diagnosis, preventative maintenance, repairs, safety inspections, and other related maintenance duties. Input information into fleet systems and databases with accuracy.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.
At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.
We welcome all applicants! For more information about diversity, equity, and inclusion at Niagara Region, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Niagara Region, Ontario or email related questions to [email protected] . To send input on reducing barriers in the current hiring process, please email [email protected]
For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario .
Don’t have every qualification?
You may be hesitant to apply if you do not have every qualification listed in the posting. While specific qualifications are important for certain roles, we invite individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of experience and education to apply. Our recruiters will evaluate your suitability for the role.
Please note that for unionized roles, we must follow collective agreement requirements. However, we encourage all interested candidates to submit their applications. We believe success in a role can extend beyond meeting every single requirement.
Closing Statement
Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY!
Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application.
We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
We confirm that we do not use AI in screening of applicants, and this position is an existing vacancy.
If You Require An Accommodation For The Application Process In Accordance With The Ontario Human Rights Code And The Accessibility For Ontarians With Disabilities Act , The Alternate Formats For Contacting Us Are As Follows
CUPE 1287
Job Title : Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Job Opening Id : 46308 # Required : 1
Business Unit : Public Works Division : Transportation
Worksite: : Service Centre - Fleet Standard Hours : 40.00 / week
Full/Part Time : Full-Time Regular/Temporary: : Regular
Salary Grade : 13C Salary Range : $ 37.76 - $ 40.18
Post Date : 2026-11-11 Close Date : 2026-11-24
Division
Transportation
Important Notices & Amendments
- Please Note*
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Perform all aspects of motor vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair pertaining to the municipal fleet. Undertake diagnosis, preventative maintenance, repairs, safety inspections, and other related maintenance duties. Input information into fleet systems and databases with accuracy.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Must hold a Skilled Trades Ontario Qualification as a Truck and Coach Technician (310T) and an Automotive Service Technician (310S). M ay be considered if in possession of one license (310T preferred), subject to obtaining the other within a specified period of time.
- Completion of a Truck and Coach Technician (310T) and Automotive Service Technician (310S) apprenticeship, as per Skilled Trades Ontario is required. May be considered if completed one apprenticeship (310T preferred), subject to completing the other within a specified period of time.
- Minimum 5 years working experience as a journeyman.
- Considerable working knowledge of the standard methods, tooling equipment and safety practices as they relate to heavy truck/equipment and automobile repair industry.
- Must have a good working/mechanical knowledge of all equipment as it relates to municipal fleets and be able to drive/operate equipment in a safe manner.
- Must possess working knowledge of the Highway Traffic Act and Regulations.
- Must possess an excellent knowledge of municipal fleet maintenance operations and computerized fleet management systems.
- Certification in First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is an asset.
- Must be customer focused.
- Proven written and verbal communication skills.
- Must supply own mechanic tools.
- Must possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted class license for the class of the vehicle operated (Class DZ). If not currently DZ licensed, may be considered, subject to becoming class DZ licensed, within a specified period of time.
- Must be willing to complete other training and/or certification as required (e.g. Hoisting andRigging, Air Brake Adjustment, etc.)
- Must complete WHMIS training.
- Subject to standby (on-call) duty.
Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.
At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.
We welcome all applicants! For more information about diversity, equity, and inclusion at Niagara Region, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Niagara Region, Ontario or email related questions to [email protected] . To send input on reducing barriers in the current hiring process, please email [email protected]
For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario .
Don’t have every qualification?
You may be hesitant to apply if you do not have every qualification listed in the posting. While specific qualifications are important for certain roles, we invite individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of experience and education to apply. Our recruiters will evaluate your suitability for the role.
Please note that for unionized roles, we must follow collective agreement requirements. However, we encourage all interested candidates to submit their applications. We believe success in a role can extend beyond meeting every single requirement.
Closing Statement
Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY!
Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application.
We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
We confirm that we do not use AI in screening of applicants, and this position is an existing vacancy.
If You Require An Accommodation For The Application Process In Accordance With The Ontario Human Rights Code And The Accessibility For Ontarians With Disabilities Act , The Alternate Formats For Contacting Us Are As Follows
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 905-980-6000 or 1-800-263-7215
- Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511
- In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 – Human Resources Department
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