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LICENSED MECHANIC Codiac Transpo - Job # P1369 JOB SUMMARY: Join a Team that keeps the city moving! Codiac Transpo is a vital part of our community, providing safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation to thousands or riders daily. We're seeking skilled and dedicated Licensed Mechanics to help maintain our growing fleet of transit vehicles. This position plays a key role in keeping Codiac Transpo's transit system running smoothly by inspecting, maintaining, and repairing urban transit buses and related equipment. The role involves diagnosing mechanical issues, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring vehicles meet safety and performance standards. It's a hands-on role suited for someone who takes pride in quality workmanship, enjoys solving complex mechanical challenges, and values contributing to a reliable and sustainable public transit system. Rate of Pay: $37.80/hour with annual increasesHours: Monday to Friday (40 hours/week) shift premium for evening shifts Unionized Position - ATU Local 1290 Why you'll love working with us We believe in taking care of the people who keep our city moving. Here's what you can expect as part of our team: Community Impact: Be part of a mission-driven organization that connects people to work, school, and essential services every day.Medical & Dental Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family, including dental and vision care. Defined Benefit Pension Plan: Enjoy a secure retirement with a predictable income based on your service and earnings. Stable employment: Unionized position with long-term job security and consistent hours. Paid Sick Time & Holidays: Paid sick leave and statutory holidays to support your well-being. Mental Health Support: Access to mental health resources and employee assistance programs. Work-Life Balance:Optional compressed work weeks dependant on operational needs and seniority. In accordance with the ATU collective agreement.Modern, Clean Facilities: Work in a well-maintained, climate-controlled environment with heated shop floors.Tool Allowance: Receive up to $1,000 annually to maintain and upgrade your tools.Clothing & Boot Allowance: Annual stipends for workwear and safety boots to keep you comfortable and protected.Dry Cleaning Services: On-site or subsidized dry cleaning for your uniforms.Training & Development: Ongoing professional development, certifications, and advancement opportunities.Relocation Allowance: You may be eligible for a relocation allowance. Our employee relocation package provides peace of mind when accepting the job offer. Be part of something bigger! Help power your city's transit future. EDUCATION:High School graduate or equivalency.Must have a Certificate of Qualification in Truck & Transport (T&T) Mechanic issued by the New Brunswick Department of Labour, or Red Seal equivalent. EXPERIENCE: Experience as a mechanic on diesel powered buses and related equipment and/or vehicles is an asset.Training and experience in troubleshooting, maintaining and repairing highway or city buses would be a definite asset. Experience rebuilding Diesel engines, fully and partial, preferably with Cummins. Welding experience will be considered an asset. Experience working on differentials, drivelines, electrical, air conditioning, HVAC, etc... is an asset. LANGUAGE: English essential. The ability to communicate in French is an asset, but not a requirement.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Must be able to write neat, accurate and concise reports.Must be knowledgeable of the New Brunswick Occupational Health and Safety Act.Must be certified in Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS) within the probationary periodBasic computer knowledge is a requirement.Will be required to learn to input and manipulate data on the Fleet Maintenance System.Diagnostic analysis of vehicles, engines, and equipment is required.CONTACT: Work requires contact with co-workers within the mechanical garage,