Mechanic Student Assistant

We're on the lookout for top-tier talent to join our upper-tier municipality! If you're ready to take your career to new heights, learn from some of the best local government experts, or are just interested in being a part of positive work culture, where opportunities for growth and career advancement exist - we want to hear from you! Seize the opportunity to contribute to a future that will leave a lasting impact for generations.
Take action today by applying and join us in shaping tomorrow together! Posting Details:
Application Deadline:
February 28, 2025 at 12:
00pm Position Status:
Full-time Seasonal Contract Contract Length:
May 5, 2025 - August 28, 2025 Openings:
1 vacancyHourly Rate:
$19.65 per hour (rate effective January 1, 2025) Hours per Week:
40 Hours; Monday-Thursday with Fridays off.
Position Location:
Peterborough, ON Position Group:
Non-Union, Seasonal Competition #:
NUG-25-01 What you'll do:
Working with the Operations Division of the Planning, Development and Public Works Department you will assist with truck and heavy equipment maintenance.
Equipment Repair:
 You will assist mechanics with the day-to-day fleet maintenance activities including minor repairs, welding, oil changes, parts inventory, tracked with our digital Work Order software.
Shop Maintenance:
 You'll be involved in keeping the shop and work areas clean and organized, fueling vehicles and equipment, picking up and delivering parts and supplies.
Labour:
 You may assist the Public Works staff with road maintenance labour tasks such as flagging and weed eating as required.
In accordance with County Policy, a Criminal Record Check that is acceptable to the County will be required as a condition of employment.
Selection Process:
Get ready to showcase your skills! The selection process is expected to take place during the month of March and individuals invited to participate will be contacted via email.
Keep a close eye on your email to ensure you don't miss out on this exciting opportunity.
This job is for you if… Our non-negotiables:
 You are a current student in a Heavy Equipment or Automotive Technician course or will be graduating from one in early-2025.
You have a valid, Ontario G2 (or higher) driver's license and are comfortable operating a light-duty pick-up truck.
Experience:
You know your way around a shop environment and understand that safety in these settings is a top priority.
You have experience working with small hand tools and light-duty lawn equipment.
Skills We're Looking For:
You like to be challenged with diagnosing and repairing light-to-heavy equipment.
You have a knack for clear communication and are dedicated to providing top-notch service to both internal and external customers.
You thrive both independently and as part of a team, effortlessly adapting to changing demands and priorities.
Community:
You take pride in serving a community that offers a diverse landscape, tourist attractions, a booming downtown scene, a lively arts community, and a strong local business sector.
Perks:
You are excited about the opportunity to learn hands-on-experience that will increase your skillset and boost your resume.
You enjoy the freedom of not working behind a desk and that each day will be different.
Benefits:
You want to work for an organization that offers OMERS pension enrollment to set you up for the future! Culture:
You thrive in a collaborative team environment with a focus on growth and professional development opportunities.
Wellness in the workplace is important to you, and you enjoy attending events, lunch-and-learns and more! Peterborough County embraces diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.
Join us in building a diverse and inclusive workplace! In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information gathered will be used for the purpose of job selection.
If you require this information in an accessible format or would like a copy of the full job description, please contact the People Services Department at hrinfo@ptbocounty.ca.
Candidates invited to participate in the selection process will be provided a full copy of the job description.