Motor Vehicle Technician, CUPE

Position Details

• Vacancy Type: Permanent
• Closing Date: 2026-09-04
• Hourly Rate: $50.53
• Hours of Work: 40 - Day shift: 07:00 to 15:30
• Work Location: 3185 Mavis Road, Mississauga
• Department: T&W/Transportation&Works Dept , T&W/Works Operations & Mntce Division , Service Centre

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, the successful candidate must be able to perform various mechanical, electrical and diagnostic repairs on our diverse fleet of City vehicles and equipment. The City hires Apprentices who will be paid a percentage of the rate paid to Motor Vehicle Technicians depending on level of Apprenticeship.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of preventative maintenance and diversified repairs on the corporate fleet.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to the corporate fleet as set forth by the policy of the Fleet Maintenance Section.
• Complete work assigned on work orders in a timely manner with mandatory consultation with the Supervisor on all items of concern.
• Competently read electrical schematics and use computers to diagnose electrical and electronic system faults.
• Work independently with minimum supervision.
• Skilled in the use of all tools and equipment related to the trade.
• Provide all necessary hand tools to perform required fleet repairs.
• Stay current with new technologies and equipment to perform repairs.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education along with valid Certificates of Qualification as a Truck & Coach Technician (310T), and Automotive Service Technician (310S); trade licenses from the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities.
• Preference given to candidates who possess valid Certificates of Qualification as both a Truck & Coach Technician (310T) and an Automotive Service Technician (310S).
• Candidates holding only one of the required licenses (310T or 310S), as well as apprentices registered with Skilled Trades Ontario, considered and remunerated accordingly.
• Five (5) years of experience as a Licensed Technician, including four (4) years of experience working in a repair facility performing fleet maintenance on a wide variety of off-road equipment and light, medium, and heavy-duty commercial vehicles.
• Additional courses in the Technician’s trade are an asset.
• Experience in gas and electric (Arc and Mig) welding.
• Familiarity with computerized work orders and time logging.
• Must be able to read electrical schematics and have experience diagnosing electrical and electronic system faults using computers.
• Ability to work on the corporate fleet under inclement weather conditions from time to time.
• Knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, WHMIS and hazardous goods, and the Ministry of Transportation Highway Traffic Act.
• Natural Gas certificate ICE-NG is an asset.
• Must act with integrity and demonstrate sound moral and ethical principles.
• Accepts and follows directions, complies with requests, and respects authority.
• Utilizes feedback in a positive and constructive manner.
• Exceptional customer service and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively deal with staff and clients.
• Ability to exercise critical thinking, independent judgement, and make sound decisions including solving complex problems.
• Promote and contribute to a supportive team environment.
• Excellent time management skills to effectively prioritize and organize work.
• Strives for continuous improvement through innovation and enhancement of processes.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Province of Ontario, Class 'G' Driver's License, with a good driving record acceptable to the City. Class D with Z endorsement preferred or ability to obtain a DZ license. A Driver's abstract will be required.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

Accommodations

The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to recruitment.accommodation@mississauga.ca