Garage Helper - Jobs in Halifax, NS

Job Description

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the permanent position of Garage Helper for Municipal Fleet. This position will be designated with the intent to hire a individual from those who self-identify as African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women (applying for non-traditional positions), persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of the LGBTQ+ community. HRM encourages applicants to self-identify.Under the direction of the Supervisor of Municipal Fleet, the Garage Helper is responsible for performing the necessary duties to support all shop activities, ensuring vehicles and equipment are ready for service. Duties include but are not limited to pick-up & delivery of vehicles/ equipment, pick-up parts, cleaning, fueling, top up of fluids and performing special cleaning as necessary, as well as minor mechanical repairs. Associated paperwork and data entry is required. This position is responsible to perform their work following all relevant safety procedures. The individual must possess mechanical knowledge and aptitude as well as a Class 3 Driver's License, with an acceptable Driver's Abstract.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Shop Cleaning, Maintenance, etc.Ensure Shop areas are clean, garbage emptied and shop tools are in assigned areas, when not in use.Clean computer cabinets, eyewash stations, etc.Cleaning and minor adjustments/repairs to shop tools, such as tire machine, grinders, pressure washer, etc.Monitor vehicle status, in the fleet yard, in accordance to the status sheetDrivingOperate vehicles as needed; delivery and pick up to and from vendor/clientsParts pick up/delivery, internally or externally, as required.Aware of possible oversize vehicles and operation of same, in close quartersAbility to hook up and move TrailersWash/CleaningUse of pressure washer/steam cleaner to clean exterior of vehiclesLight interior vehicle cleaningMinor Maintenance and mechanical repairs to the fleet, i.e.: replacing bulbs, wiper blades, mirrors, cutting edges, and grease and oil changes.Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience:Grade 12 or equivalentTwo (2) years experience in servicing of fleet vehicles, checking oils, fluids, coolants, fuelling, cleaning and general operation.Experience with minor repairs such as changing wiper blades, tires and headlightsMust use basic hand toolsAcceptable driver's abstractClass 3 Driver's license with air brake endorsementDemonstrated experience in the use of computer applications such as, Microsoft programs, fleet maintenance software (i.e.: fleet focus), etc..Must be punctual and reliableProven ability to work as a teamCurrent Forklift operator certificate and WHMIS training an assetTechnical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:Follow safe work practicesRead and interpret policies, procedural manuals, MSDS sheets, operation and service manuals and other work related documents.Follow written and oral instructionsUtilize computer equipment to input work order information and complete other basic computer functionsManage time, priorities and work in pressure situation with multiple deadlinesPhysical Demands:None - Not at All; Occasional - 1 to 2.5hrs; Frequent - 2.6 to 5.5hrsStanding - FrequentWalking - FrequentBending - Occasional to FrequentSquatting - OccasionalLifting - Occasional to Frequent (Up to 25 lbs., with assistance)Pushing/Pulling - Occasional to Frequent (Up to 50 lbs., with assistance)Carrying - Occasional (Up to 25lbs., with assistance)Environmental Demands:Indoor garage environment, exhaust fumes, dust and soot, high noise levelsHours of work 8am to 4pm M/FMust be available for overtime when requiredDuties may be performed outside in all weather conditionsPsychological Demands:Intense visual concentration required when working on computerTendency to have high volume of interruptionsWorking Conditions:This position is subject to Schedule “C-1” of the collective agreement between Halifax Regional Municipality and Halifax Civic Workers’ Union/CUPE Local 108. As such, during snow and ice control operations the position may be assigned to alternate work locations as needed. Employees must be available for overtime during snow and ice control operations.SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.Please note - Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer's discretion.HRM takes the health and safety of its job applicants and employees seriously. Where possible, recruitment testing and interviews will be done by way of phone, video conference, or other virtual means to assist with and encourage social distancing. For applicants with concerns about computer or internet access or to request another accommodation to the recruitment process, please contact your HR representative or jobs@halifax.ca.Candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position and have valid licensing, as required.Please note - Applicants are responsible to include all information that they wish to have taken into consideration in the review of their application, and applicants are required to provide full details of experience or training referenced in the posting. Applicants may be screening out of this competition at preliminary states of review based on the insufficiency of the information provided, and the award of this position may be made solely on the basis of the information provided in the electronic submission without any requirement that the employer contact the candidate for further elaboration on information referenced in the application.Competencies: Customer Service, Teamwork & Cooperation, Communication, Valuing Diversity, Organizing & PlanningWORK STATUS: Permanent, full timeHOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm; 40 hours per week.SALARY: $24.16 per hour, according to the Collective Agreement between CUPE, Local 108 and Halifax Regional Municipality.WORK LOCATION: 150 Thornhill Drive, Dartmouth, NS (Supervisor: Adam Webber)CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59pm on Thursday, May 20, 2021.This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.(position # 72289852)