2025-87 First Class Mechanic (Full-Time)

Department: Public Works/Operations
External Posting Date: February 09, 2026
External Closing Date: February 25, 2026
2026 Hourly Rate: $51.10 (after probation)
Competition No.: 2025-87
Hours Of Work: 40 hours per week

The City of Dawson Creek invites applications for the position of First Class Mechanic. This is a full-time permanent position. Under the direction of the Public Works Manager, or designate, the successful candidate is responsible for the maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and the Public Works Shop. This position ensures that established programs and procedures are followed, and that all records for the maintenance, repair, and cleaning of vehicles and equipment in the City fleet are done in a timely manner.

Requirements:

Completed Grade 12 or have an equivalency diploma.  BC or Red Seal Journeyman with minimum two years’ experience for Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Commercial Transport Technician or Automotive Trade Qualification Ticket, with Air Brake Repair certification. For this position, Automotive Trade Qualification Ticket is preferred.

·         Authorized Inspector for Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program.

·         A valid Class 3 Driver’s License with air brake endorsement and a clean driver’s abstract.

·         The ability to complete maintenance reports on electronic reporting devices in a timely manner for record keeping.

·         Physical agility and ability to complete duties requiring physical effort.

·         The ability to maintain harmonious relationships with all members of the public, and other staff members.

·         The ability to perform all the duties outlined in a safe manner following established Facility Procedures, Occupational Health and Safety Rules, Violence in the Workplace Policies and W.C.B. Regulations, i.e. WHMIS and T.D.G.

·         Automotive-certified or trained technician for vehicle fleet maintenance.

·         Experience with both automotive and heavy‑duty systems considered a strong asset.

What You’ll Do:

·         Carries out complete mechanical repairs to vehicles and equipment and makes adjustments and modifications to same.

·         Under established programs and procedures, maintains, repairs and cleans vehicles and equipment, and ensures that they are in good working order.

·         Directs other employees or persons engaged in cleaning or servicing machinery and in repairing equipment and vehicles.

·         Supplies own hand tools and is experienced in the use of oxy-acetylene and electrical welding equipment for use in welding & fabricating and carries out minor bodywork.

·         Obtains materials and equipment from stores or through local purchases, initiates and completes garage work orders and maintenance reports.

Candidates should submit a résumé by emailing a pdf or word document to resumes@dawsoncreek.ca, with the job posting name and number in the subject line, no later than 11:59 p.m. on the closing date referenced above. The City thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Dawson Creek is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities whenever reasonably possible during the selection and employment process. You must be legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada to be eligible for this position. By applying for this position, you are giving permission for the City to contact your previous employers and references.