Garage Mechanic I or II

Position Details

• Closing Date: September 28, 2026
• Job Type: Contract (Fixed Term)
• Department: Fleet Operations
• Hourly Rate: $38.57 - $40.02
• Union: Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 133
• Hours per Week: 40
• Vacancy Type: Contract (approximately 3 months)

Position Summary

Perform mechanical repairs to all City equipment.

Responsible For

• Performs mechanical and electrical repairs to all City small and large vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnosing and repairing computerized systems.
• Maintain a Mechanic’s daily repair log, along with electronic work orders.
• Perform safety inspections.
• Road test repaired equipment.
• Provide “road service” when required.
• Order parts and pick up when necessary, as approved by Supervisor.
• Will perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized workstation.
• Must have own tools applicable to position.

Position Requirements

• Minimum is a high school diploma.
• Minimum 310T or 310S Certificate (Garage Mechanic I).
• Minimum 310T and 310S Certificate (Garage Mechanic II).
• Natural Gas and Propane Certificates would be an asset.
• Class “D” license with “Z” endorsement is required.
• Experience repairing heavy equipment is an asset.

Working Conditions

Fleet garage and outdoors.

Equipment and Tools Used

Mechanics tools, electronic scanners, diagnosing laptop, hoist, boom, torches, testing equipment, power tools.

Notes about Rates of Pay

• Garage Mechanic I - $38.57 to $40.02 per hour
• Garage Mechanic II - $40.75 - $42.17 per hour
• EVT 1&2, EVT 3&4 - $0.25 per hour premium per certification set

How to Apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter and resume through Workday using the apply button above.

The City of Niagara Falls is dedicated to creating an accessible and inclusive organization and fostering a workplace culture which reflects the diverse nature of the residents we serve. In accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the City will accommodate the individual needs of candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please feel free to contact us at HRDepartment@niagarafalls.ca or 905-356-7521 ext 4317.

Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act and will only be used to determine suitability for this position. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those advancing through the selection process will be contacted.

The City of Niagara Falls is a dynamic and internationally renowned city with a prosperous business community and economic foundation anchored by tourism, manufacturing, retail and knowledge-based sectors. Located at one of the natural wonders of the world and in the heart North America's most affluent consumer markets, we are linked to the world by extensive road, rail, air, water and telecommunication networks. With over 14 million visitors a year and a growing resident population of nearly 100,000, we invite you to discover why Niagara Falls is a premier place to live, work, and play.