Equipment services jobs

The City provides public services such as Police, Fire, Engineering and Parks.

This requires the maintenance and repair of an extensive fleet of vehicles and equipment, managed by our Equipment Services Branch.

Fleet servicing occurs primarily at the fully equipped main garage located at Manitoba Yards in Vancouver as well as other satellite facilities. This busy environment offers a variety of work from small and heavy equipment to automobiles and heavy trucks, as well as plant and facilities maintenance, manufacturing and building maintenance.

Types of positions available

• Automotive service technicians, autobody workers
• Blacksmiths, carpenters
• Commercial transport mechanics, heavy duty mechanics
• Machinists, millwrights, steel fabricators

To qualify, you need

• Grade 12 or equivalent preferred
• B.C. Trades Qualification or Interprovincial Certificate
• Labouring experience
• Knowledge of safe work procedures
• Physical ability to lift and push heavy objects
• Ability to deal tactfully with the public and a willingness to learn
• A valid B.C. Class 5 Driver's License
• Class 1 or 3 Driver's License with air endorsement and level 2 or 3 Occupational First Aid are assets

Work locations and hours

Equipment services has four locations: 3 in the city, and one in Burns Bog, Delta. We currently operate two shifts: 7 am to 3:30 pm, and 3:40 pm to 1:00 am.

Compensation

These positions include:

• A comprehensive benefits package
• Shift differential, where applicable
• In-house and onsite training
• Shift rotations
• Fortnights on the afternoon shift
• Tool allowance

Tire worker positions

To qualify, you need

• Completion of grade 10, supplemented by several years of experience and courses related to the automotive industry or heavy-duty trucks and equipment tire industry, tire inventory management, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Considerable knowledge of current tire repairs methods, materials, and tools
• The ability to exercise considerable judgment and skill when repairing tires for example; stripping, repairing, assembling and replacing a variety of vehicle tires wheels and rims
• Skill in the use and care of tools essential for tire repair and servicing and in the operation of various vehicles
  proven ability to repair and service a variety of tires for vehicles and equipment, maintain routine notes on work orders and other clerical records
• The ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and the public to ensure customer service needs are addressed in a timely manner
• The flexibility to work in a rapidly changing environment with competing schedules and deadlines
• A valid B.C Class 5 Driver's Licence and a satisfactory driving record
• A valid Forklift Operator certificate or the ability to obtain one

If your application is considered, you will be required to take a pre-employment medical with the City's medical provider, at no cost to you.

Compensation

Tire Workers are unionized positions and the entry-level pay rate is $24.20 per hour, plus a comprehensive benefits package and shift differential where applicable.

Electrician positions

We are looking for candidates who are able to perform skilled shop and field duties at the journey person level. This job involves the installation, repair, and maintenance of facilities, street lighting, and traffic signal systems.

Some phases of the duties may be more complex and difficult, and require you to use independent judgment to determine methods and procedures for solving unusual and complex problems related to:

• Re-lamping of street lighting fixtures
• Replacing street lighting poles and fixtures
• Installing, maintaining or upgrading traffic control signals
• Responding to traffic control signal malfunctions
• Responding to motor vehicle accidents involving the City's electrical plant

To qualify, you need

• Completion of grade 12, supplemented by the successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the Electrical Trades
• An Electricians Certificate of Qualification for the Province of British Columbia
• Extensive experience with traffic signal and street lighting installation and maintenance is required, with experience in industrial electrical or commercial work environments considered an asset
• The ability to read Electrical Services work and interpret complex wiring diagrams and familiarity and knowledge of SCADA systems is required
• Demonstrated knowledge of the hazards and safety aspects of the trade
• The ability to work on aerial lift trucks
• Experience in working with sewer and water pump stations is an asset along with the ability to read and follow construction drawings
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational skills and both excellent written and verbal communication skills

If your application is considered, you will be required to take a pre-employment medical with the City's medical provider, at no cost to you.

Your are required to work a variety of shifts 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Compensation

$35.26 per hour plus shift premium where applicable, plus a comprehensive benefits package.