Career Opportunity

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April 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM

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We are currently recruiting for: Fleet Technician (310T) (Permanent Full-Time)

Job Posting ID 25E-20

Applications are invited for the position of Fleet Technician within the City of North Bay’s Infrastructure and Operations Division.  As a Fleet Technician, under the direction of the Fleet Supervisor or designate, carries out all functions of a fully qualified Certified Truck and Coach Technician; maintains and completes manual and computerized records of repairs as required using a “Fleet Management System”; carries out related work as directed including preventive maintenance, diagnostic investigations, service, mandatory and statutory maintenance and repair; complies with current Provincial safety legislations.

Selection Criteria for Fleet Technician:

• Grade 12 Education or equivalency
• Must hold a valid Ontario Class “310T” Truck and Coach License and 3-year apprenticeship program through Skilled Trades Ontario and 2 years working experience as a 310T.
• Demonstrated knowledge of repair of small motors and two cycle engines.
• Demonstrated knowledge of advanced automotive electronics, computer control systems on Engine Management, fuel injection, computer control ignition, after treatment and Body Management Systems.
• Must hold a valid Ontario Class D Driver’s License with a “Z” endorsement; or ability to obtain within three months of hire at own expense and own time.
• Demonstrated experience in the maintenance and repair of diesel transit buses, fire trucks, diesel trucks and Allison automatic transmission.
• Thorough knowledge of automotive electronics, hydraulics and air systems.
• Must own a complete set of hand tools.
• Must be capable of troubleshooting and road-testing repairs to meet Ministry of Transportation safety and roadworthiness requirements.
• Must be capable of filling out comprehensive forms and reports as required by the trade.
• Must be able to work at heights to repair vehicles as needed.
• Must have ability to complete specialized training required by manufacturers for advanced level diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Must have the ability to obtain the training and certifications for: Air Conditioning and Refrigerant Handling (Ozone Depletion Prevention Certified), Overhead Crane, Working from Heights, Wheel Installation Technician, Emergency First Aid, Various equipment specific training (i.e. EVT training)
• Current knowledge of Provincial Safety legislation and Ministry of Transportation safety and roadworthiness requirements.
• Certificate of Qualification in Automotive (310S) is an asset; Ability in arc welding is an asset.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package including Health and Dental Benefits, and Life, Long-Term Disability, and AD&D Insurance, as well as an Employee Assistance Program. The City of North Bay is an Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) Employer. For more information on a defined pension plan benefit please visit https://www.omers.com/                                                        

Consideration of applications will begin immediately.  Qualified individuals interested in being considered for this position are requested to submit a resume and covering letter in one PDF document via email to: staffing@northbay.ca Please identify the Posting ID: 25E-20 in the subject line. This ad will remain posted until filled.

Please note that all offers of employment are conditional upon proof of education, proof of Valid Ontario Class “DZ” driver’s license and satisfactory driver’s abstract at the candidates cost, and a satisfactory criminal record check at the candidates cost, to be arranged by the City of North Bay Human Resources Department only.

Applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation and will be used strictly for the purpose of candidate selection.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under the City of North Bay’s Accessibility Policy.  We encourage applicants to make their needs known to Human Resources in advance.

An Equal Opportunity Employer