JOB COMPETITION #: CUPE 4400D/24/001

POSTED: January 16, 2024

DEADLINE: 4:30p.m., January 29, 2024

Auto Mechanic

1 Permanent Position

Afternoon Shift

CUPE Local 4400, Unit D – 12 Months - 40 hours per week

Hourly Rate of Pay:  $39.04

THIS POSTING IS BEING ADVERTISED INTERNALLY AND EXTERNALLY AT THIS TIME

The Toronto District School Board invites applications, in resume format, for the position of Auto Mechanic. To be located in the East Fleet at 85 Shorting Road (1 Afternoon shift).

Summary of Duties:

•        Perform major maintenance and repair of a variety of light and heavy duty vehicles.

•        Conduct MTO safety inspections of the Boards’ vehicle fleet.

•        Inspect, repair/replace or overhaul of vehicle components as required.

•        Diagnose & Repair electronic systems of the Board’s vehicles and landscaping equipment.

•        Provide on road maintenance when needed.

•        Other job related duties as assigned.

•        Complete work orders legibly and accurately

•        Maintain a Clean and Safe environment

•        Comply with Health & Safety regulations in the workplace and TDSB Policies and Procedures.

Qualifications:

•          Applicants will possess provincial certificates of qualifications as a 310T Truck & Coach Technician with demonstratable relevant experience.  310S Automotive Service Technician certificate an asset.

•          Must possess a valid Ontario driver’s license in good standing with a copy of a current abstract.  Z endorsement an asset.

•          Ability to maintain a co-operative working relationship with other members of Board staff at all levels and the general public.

•          A good work record including a record of reliable attendance and punctuality.

•          Applicants must have been active in the Auto Technicians Trade for the last five years.

•          Candidates must have all hand tools required and be well acquainted with the general maintenance and repair of large school buses, large and small trucks and grounds maintenance equipment.

•          Experience with diesel engines, air and hydraulic brake systems, and electronic systems required.

•          Heavy Equipment repair and servicing experience an asset.

•          Computer skills ability to utilize online line repair diagnostic portals (Mitchell On Demand) required.

Location:               Fleet East Garage – 85 Shorting Road

Shift:                     Afternoon Shift (Shifts are subject to change per operational                                             requirements and during school non-operating periods).

Hours:                   8 hours per day 

Work Year:            12 months

Effective Date:       To be determined

Notes:

1.     Applicants must submit a valid, current copy of all required licences or certifications.

2.     It is the Employee’s responsibility to ensure their application is received prior to 4:30 p.m. on the closing date.

3.     At the current time, this position is being advertised both internally and externally, therefore, should there be no qualified applicants from within, external candidates will be considered.

4.     Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.  Applications will not be acknowledged in writing. 

Application Process:

•        Submit your application in resume form with a covering letter, and qualifications in one complete document as opposed to attaching multiple documents.  Resumes should indicate qualifications, ability and experience applicable to this position.

•        In the subject line of your email submission, please indicate relevant information in the following format:

Full Name – CUPE4400D/24/001– Auto Mechanic

                           i.               Your Full Name (to be also referenced in the subject line)

                          ii.               Job Competition number (to be also referenced in the subject line)

                        iii.               A copy of your qualifications as listed under the Special Requirements section

•        Only qualified applicants will be considered.

Applications:

•        Are to be submitted no later than 4:30 p.m. on January 29, 2024. 

•        Received after the deadline will be considered late.

•        Email to ESUnitsDandE@tdsb.on.caone attachment in PDF format (MS Word can also be accepted).

Information regarding accessibility to TDSB locations is available at:

http://www.tdsb.on.ca/AboutUs/Accessibility/Employment.aspx

The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring and promotion practices. We strive to provide accommodation needs consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the hiring process.

The Toronto District School Board is deeply committed to promoting Truth, Reconciliation and the rights of Indigenous peoples, Human Rights, Equity and Anti-Racism, and the elimination of Oppressive Practices, in our schools, our workplace and in the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all individuals including those with varied lived experiences that can contribute to the diversification of the workforce at TDSB.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applications will not be acknowledged in writing.