Auto Service Person II with Towing Experience

Join our team and play a vital role in keeping our fleet running smoothly! This position offers a hands-on opportunity to work with a variety of vehicles and equipment, contributing directly to the efficiency of our operations.

As an Auto Service Person II/Tow Tech, you’ll focus on towing automotive vehicles and equipment, including vehicle recovery and delivery. You'll be responsible for routine inspections and non-mechanical servicing.

What will you do?

• Deliver units to commercial vendors, and operate a wide range of units to assist in diagnosis and repair
• Tow or drive defective automotive equipment to a repair shop
• Operate four (4) different types of tow trucks: Light duty, single axle deck, tandem axle deck, and Tractor Landoll Trailer
• Perform non-mechanical servicing and installation of components including batteries, fuses, light bulbs, lenses, heater hoses, signal light flashers, radiators, and windshield wiper blades
• Provide vehicle boosting services and complete field servicing as assigned
• Participate in an on-call rotation (one week per month, Monday to Monday)
• Visually inspect vehicle components such as tie rod ends, universal joints, brake hoses, exhaust systems, and oil and coolant systems for excessive wear or leaks, and report findings to a Journeyperson or Foreperson
• Greet and assist customers in defining and identifying problems and obtaining services offered by the Branch
• Carry out additional responsibilities as needed, including cohort flagging tasks

• Grade Ten (10) or equivalent
• Some experience in servicing automotive vehicles and equipment
• Five (5) or more years of experience in towing and roadside assistance is preferred

Assets:

• WreckMaster Level 2-3 certification (considered an asset if working directly in our tow shop)
• Knowledge of load securement standards
• Familiarity with Hours of Service regulations
• Proof or letter of experience in the towing industry
• Completion of traffic flagging coursework

Skills required for success:

• Capable of performing all related operational and servicing duties
• Proficiency in using Fleet Management System software (M5)
• Experience with communication software applications, such as Gmail
• Skilled in developing and maintaining strong working relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to the duties
• Good physical condition and stamina to perform manual tasks
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

• Successful candidates must be fit for a respirator, and compliance with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring, is a requirement of this position
• Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel-toed boots, is a requirement for this position
• Hire is dependent on an Enhanced Security Check and/or a Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
• Capable of passing a job-related physical abilities evaluation (F.A.R.E. test) and a pre-employment City medical examination
• Valid Alberta Class 1 or Class 3 driver's licence with air brakes certification (Q endorsement)
• Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position

Work Environment:

• This role requires the ability to work in various environments, including exposure to dust, fumes, noise, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and various weather conditions

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 1 permanent full-time position

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary Range: $34.208 - $34.987 (Hourly); $71,426.300 - $73,052.860 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: NC/SO

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

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