Step into a rewarding career as a Commercial Mechanic, where you can enjoy the stability of working close to home, be part of an upbeat, skilled team, and enjoy benefits that truly elevate your day‑to‑day. This role offers paid training, a tool allowance, pension plan, and excellent benefits—all designed to support your growth and long‑term stability. You’ll also enjoy an Earned Day Off every three weeks, made possible by working one additional hour per day. Candidates with Heavy Duty Mechanic qualifications will be strongly considered, making this an exciting opportunity for motivated technicians who want to advance their skills, feel valued, and build a career they’re proud of.
POSTING TYPE: External
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time
HOURS OF WORK: 40-hour work week, as per schedule
HOURLY RATE $49.64 per hour, Pay Grade 9 - Schedule “B” Outside Employees
Plus, additional per hour for the following qualifications, LOU #7:
$1.00 per hour for Motor Vehicle Inspection Qualification
$1.50 per hour for Emergency Vehicle Technician Level 1
$3.00 per hour for Emergency Vehicle Technician Level 2
Competitive benefits package included as per C.U.P.E. Collective Agreement. Extended health, dental and vision care, short- and long-term disability, pension plan, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, life insurance, $500/yr. health and wellness benefit, $400/yr. tool allowance, $300/yr. footwear allowance.
POSITION SUMMARY
As a Commercial Mechanic, you’ll work in our well‑equipped City shop alongside a talented team of technicians, taking the lead on repairing and maintaining a wide range of municipal vehicles and equipment. This role offers the perfect mix of hands‑on mechanical work and variety, with opportunities to step into Truck Driver/Labourer duties when needed—keeping each day engaging and dynamic. You’ll enjoy the advantage of working close to home, being part of a supportive crew, and contributing to work that directly impacts your community.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
LICENSES / CERTIFICATES
EXPERIENCE
SPECIFIC SKILLS
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
A complete set of mechanic hand tools must be supplied by the incumbent
CLOSING DATE Open until filled.
The City of Cranbrook
The City of Cranbrook is in the southeast corner of British Columbia amongst the majestic Rockies and Purcell mountains, near Alberta and the Canada/USA border. With a population of approximately 20,000, Cranbrook is the largest community in the East Kootenay. Known as the “Basecamp of the Kootenays”, Cranbrook provides an inviting lifestyle in a beautiful setting that has made our City a welcoming and growing place in which to live, work and play.
Working at the City of Cranbrook
The heartbeat of the City of Cranbrook can be found in its committed employees. We recognize and value our employees' contributions by fostering a positive work culture and providing opportunities for development. We value work-life balance and prioritize employee well-being, offering competitive benefits and a supportive environment that promotes personal and professional growth.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
This Policy provides the foundation for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (“DEI”) at the City of Cranbrook to ensure a safe, respectful, and inclusive community and workplace. The City of Cranbrook will work towards becoming a community that supports and fosters a diversity of perspectives and provides equal opportunities for its residents. The aim is for the City to provide programs and services that mee the diverse needs of the community. The City of Cranbrook is equally committed to an inclusive workplace that welcomes, respects, and values a diverse workforce that reflects the qualities and differences of the broader population it serves. Policy No. 50-15