Mechanic Job in Toronto, Ontario

The Toronto Port Authority, doing business as PortsToronto, operates the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, the Port of Toronto and the Outer Harbour Marina. We are proud to be partners in securing Toronto’s economic prosperity and enhancing its beautiful waterfront for all to enjoy. If you’re looking for a chance to make an impact, PortsToronto has the following opportunity awaiting you: CLASS ‘A’ MECHANIC Sunday to Thursday, between 0700 to 1800 The Class ‘A’ Mechanic will perform a wide range of maintenance and preventative maintenance activities including repair and maintenance of PortsToronto’s vehicles and/or equipment. This position will accurately maintain vehicles and/or equipment records by recording service and repairs, keep shop equipment operating by following operating instructions, and maintain necessary supplies. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES General activities and functions include, but are not limited to: • Preventive maintenance servicing to all vehicles and equipment • Service and repair to all vehicles to MTO regulations • Satisfactorily carry out inspections and mechanical/hydraulic repairs to all types of equipment i.e., lawn mowers, outboards, boom trucks, front-end loaders, etc • Satisfactorily carry out inspections and mechanic/hydraulic repairs to marine equipment i.e., tugs, ferries, work boats, outboards, etc • Service and repair to mobile plant such as welding machines, generators, pumps, and construction equipment • Keep Maintenance Foreman informed of progress of assigned work • Order necessary materials for work in progress • Perform other duties as assigned by PortsToronto QUALIFICATIONS • Must possess Ontario Class "A" Mechanics license (310S-Automotive and 310T-Truck and Coach) with diesel endorsement • Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience working on varied equipment i.e., front-end loader, back-hoe, dozer, Commercial Vehicle Registered (CVOR) and passenger vehicles • Related trade licenses will be considered an asset • Must have own tools • Must possess a recognized First Aid Certificate or able to obtain one within 3 months • Valid Class “DZ” Driver’s License COMPENSATION: $38.06/hour plus competitive benefits. HOURS OF WORK: Scheduled for 7 1/2 hours per day, Sunday to Thursday, between 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., periodic shift work may be required. LOCATION: This position is located at the Works Department, on 8 Unwin Ave., Toronto. *Public transportation is not accessible to this location* SPECIAL CONDITIONS • Criminal record check will be conducted on hire We offer a challenging and rewarding place to work, and provide our employees with a competitive compensation package and a positive work environment. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to e-mail a resume along with a covering letter outlining how your experience supports our position requirements to: [email protected] on or before June 20th, 2016. In the Subject line, please quote: CLASS ‘A’ MECHANIC We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. PortsToronto is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about the Toronto Port Authority operating as PortsToronto and the exciting work we are doing to be a city-builder and transform Toronto’s waterfront go to www.....com