Licensed Mechanic

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 of 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: $39.69/hour and will increase to $42.87/hour in 6 months. Annual increases thereafter.

Hours: Monday to Friday (40 hours/week) shift premium for evening shifts.

Unionized Position: ATU Local 1290

Why you’ll love working with us:

• 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 depending on operational needs and seniority.
• 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.

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 partially, 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 period. Basic 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, service, drivers, office and occasionally employees of other Departments of the City.

SUPERVISION: This position normally works under direct supervision; however, the employee will be required to make decisions relevant to their work. Not a supervisory position, but there may be a requirement to oversee apprentices or students.

CONDITIONS OF WORK: Work requires a moderate level of concentration continuously, peaking at times, and a high level of mental-sensory coordination. Work also requires moderate to considerable physical effort. Fair to poor working environment with at least one, and usually several disagreeable conditions. Work hazards are moderate. May require on or off site in inclement weather conditions as required. Must be physically able to perform the duties assigned.

WORKING AT THE CITY OF MONCTON: Moncton is a vibrant and culturally rich community. It is the first officially bilingual city in Canada, as well as one of the best places in Canada to do business. Moncton is also known as the economic, sports, tourism and entertainment hub of Atlantic Canada. City of Moncton employees strive to maintain the city’s reputation as one of the best places in Canada to live, study, work and play. We offer an attractive salary and benefits package under the ATU Local 1290 Collective Agreement and opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those invited for interviews will be contacted. For more information, contact the Human Resources Department at 506-877-7707 or visit moncton.ca/careers.