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Town of CrestonMechanic I (FULL TIME, PERMANENT)INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES The Town of Creston is accepting applications for a Mechanic I (full time, permanent) position within Infrastructure Services (Public Works Department). Reporting to the Public Works Superintendent or designate, the individual filling this position will perform skilled mechanical repair work of a complex nature at a journeyman level as well as maintenance and operation of the Public Works Shop and grounds. We are looking for a mature, performance-oriented individual who is committed to providing the highest level of service to our customers, with great communication skills and the ability to work well independently and a team player who will complement our existing Public Works crew. Nature and Scope of Work: Diagnosis and repair of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic problems and malfunctions Inspections, repairs, replacement and installation of parts Conducting preventative maintenance checks Electric and oxy/acetylene welding for minor lap welds and surfacing Lubrication, oil changes, and tire changes on trucks, heavy duty mobile equipment and relatively fixed heavy-duty equipment Minimum Requirements: Grade 12 graduation or GED/CAEC BC Commercial Transport Mechanic Certification Minimum British Columbia Driver?s Licence - Class 3 with air brakes endorsement Thorough knowledge of the techniques, tools, equipment and safety precautions pertaining to the maintenance of cars, trucks and heavy mobile equipment Considerable knowledge of electric and oxy/acetylene welding techniques, tools and equipment Sufficient physical strength, stamina and coordination to perform labour intensive work in all weather conditions Ability to provide satisfactory Police Information Check and Driver?s Abstract Preferred Training, Licenses & Certificates: Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate in Heavy Duty Mechanics or Automotive Mechanics BC Government Motor Vehicle Inspection Certification WorkSafeBC OFA Level 1 with CPR endorsement WHMIS (GHS) Certificate Fall Arrest Training Confined Space Training This position is a permanent, full-time (40 hours per week) Union position, with benefits and a starting wage of $42.77 per hour (wage plus tool premium of $1.00 per hour). Mechanics also receive a yearly tool allowance as per the current CUPE Local 2092 Collective Agreement. A full job description is available on our website www.creston.ca. Please submit applications containing cover letter, resume, and a Driver?s Abstract by Wednesday, July 15, 2026 via https://www.creston.ca/careersjob-opportunities. Position title: Mechanic I. Direct inquiries to:Marsha Neufeld - Human Resources [email protected]. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted