The District of Saanich is hiring a Permanent Full-Time Certified Mechanic to join Fleet Services. This is an opportunity for a skilled mechanic who wants to work on a large and diverse municipal fleet that helps keep essential community services running.
Why join Saanich Fleet Services?
- $45.42/hour (2026 rate)
- Excellent benefits package
- Eligible for $1.00/hour evening shift premium
- Eligible for $0.50/hour tool allowance
- Monday to Friday schedule, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. 40 hours per week.
- Modified work week available for evening shift with a flex day every 3 weeks
- Work on 250+ vehicles and pieces of equipment
- BC Top Employer for 2026
- Stable public sector employment with a safety-focused, team-oriented shop
What you’ll work on:
You’ll perform journey-level mechanical work on a wide variety of municipal vehicles and equipment. The role includes inspection, diagnostics, repair, maintenance, and related work involving:
- heavy duty equipment
- commercial trucks
- automotive vehicles
- diesel systems
- electric vehicles
- welding, electrical, maintenance, and body refinishing work
Who should apply:
- Certified Heavy Duty, Commercial Transport, or Automotive Mechanics
- Newly certified mechanics looking to build broad fleet experience
- 4th or 3rd year apprentices who have not yet received Red Seal certification but are close to completion
Preferred backgrounds include Heavy Duty or Commercial Transport certification, strong diagnostic ability using computerized scan tools, and experience working safely within applicable regulations and standards.
What you bring:
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Trades Qualification Certificate and Certificate of Apprenticeship in Commercial Transport, Automotive, or Heavy Duty Mechanics
- Four years of related experience, including apprenticeship experience
- BC Commercial Vehicle Inspection Program Inspector’s Authorization Certificate
- ARC and MIG welding training and/or equivalent experience
- Valid Class 3 BC Driver’s Licence with air brake endorsement
Automotive mechanics with BC CVIP authorization and air brake endorsement may be preferred.
Ideal candidates will have the required knowledge to perform diagnostics on a variety of equipment using computerized scan tools; extensive knowledge of WCB regulations, WHMIS, and the Motor Vehicle Act; and a willingness to attend in-service training programs offered at Saanich or other authorized agencies.
Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Will consider hiring 4th or 3rd year apprentices that may not have received their Red Seal (Certified Heavy Duty and / or Commercial Transport) certification. As a component of the selection process, testing will be conducted.
Why this role stands out:
This is more than a mechanic job. It is an opportunity to build your trade career in a large municipal fleet environment where no two days are the same. You’ll work on a broad range of equipment, expand your technical skills, and contribute directly to reliable public services in the community.
What we offer:
This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a wage of $45.42 per hour (2026 rate) plus an excellent benefits package. In addition to this base rate, this position may be eligible for an evening shift premium of $1.00 per hour and a tool allowance of $0.50 per hour. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply on our career site quoting competition 26140. This posting will remain open until the successful candidates are selected.
The District of Saanich is proud to once again be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. As an inclusive, supportive, and high‑performing organization, we are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. We aim to attract and retain passionate, skilled individuals from all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and thrive. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact accessibilityHR@saanich.ca in confidence. We are here to support your full participation.
