At the City of St. Catharines, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll find a place that fits.

Here, your work means something — where you can see the impact, feel the pride, and know you’re a part of something bigger. You’ll be trusted to do your job, backed by people who care, and part of a team that shows up for each other. There’s flexibility when it counts, and a real understanding that life doesn’t stop when the workday starts. With pay you can count on, great benefits, and a pension that helps you plan ahead — you’ve got more than a job. You’ve got the space to grow, the balance you need, and a place that gets it.

It feels different — because it is. 

It’s a place that works for you.

About the Role
As a Fleet Technician, you will perform skilled tasks in the maintenance, repair, and inspection of City-owned vehicles and mechanical equipment. This includes diagnosing issues, completing repairs, and ensuring all equipment is safe and operational to support municipal services.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Repair and maintain a variety of City-owned vehicles and equipment (e.g., trucks, loaders, tractors, sweepers, firefighting vehicles, ice resurfacers, park maintenance equipment).
• Diagnose issues, perform road tests, and conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Install, remove, repair, and maintain vehicle attachments (e.g., snow plows, sanders, ice resurfacers, snow blowers, sweepers).
• Perform mechanical tasks such as modifying water valves, repairing tools, welding, and fabricating components.
• Pick up and deliver vehicles as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized shop environment.
• Ensure equipment is safe to operate and properly stored; maintain cleanliness of vehicles and work areas.
• Provide excellent customer service by responding to the needs of staff and other internal customers.
• Accurately complete required documentation (e.g., daily performance logs, timesheets, accident reports).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What’s Required:

Education and Experience

• Ontario Certificate of Qualification: Truck and Coach Technician (310T).
• Ontario Certificate of Qualification: Automotive Service Technician (310S).
• Valid Class “DZ” driver’s licence.
• Standard First Aid / CPR C certification (WSIB recognized).
• ODP (Ozone Depletion Protection) certification (preferred).
• Drive Clean certification (preferred).
• Propane, Natural Gas, and Hydraulic certifications (preferred).
• 3–5 years of recent automotive repair experience, including engine diagnostics.
• Training in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., PPE, fall arrest, trench safety).
• Familiarity with Ontario Traffic Manual (Book 7 preferred); able to set up safe traffic control in work zones.
• Experience working flexible hours, including shifts, overtime, and winter control.

Skills:

• Ability to meet physical demands of the role (as per PDA).
• Strong time management and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills; Microsoft Office experience is an asset.
• Must supply own tools (metric and SAE).

Job Details:

Jobs with an application deadline will close at 11:59 PM on that date. Jobs listed as ‘open until filled’ may close at any time.

Other Requirements:

Other Position Requirements include: Class DZ Driver’s Licence, Clean driving record, Ability to travel between City work locations

Candidates selected for the position will be required to complete the Ministry of Labour’s Worker Health and Safety Awareness training and provide proof of the educational credentials listed on their resume and job application.

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