Mechanic - Kamloops

Job Description

Transdev Canada is hiring a Mechanic for our Kamloops location.

In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining our fleet vehicles and equipment, leading inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety standards and procedures.

Your role

• Lead preventative maintenance inspections (PMIs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.


• Handle routine repairs, including oil and tire changes, and write detailed inspection reports and repair plans.


• Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle and equipment repair under minimal supervision, including brakes, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, and transmission clutches.


• Work onfuel injection, hydraulics, and electronics.


• Clean, lubricate, and conduct routine maintenance on equipment.


• Remove, overhaul and reinstall mechanical components with minimal supervision.


• Complete work orders properly and accurately, maintaining detailed records of all maintenance performed and parts used.


• Move vehicles safely between job and work areas and perform test drives to ensure proper performance.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation and ensure the overall mechanic shop is kept in accordance with company standards.


• Notify supervisors of dangerous equipment and corrective actions taken and report major safety observations.


• Contribute to the team’s knowledge base for repairing various fleet vehicles.


• Follow all of Transdev’s standards, policies, and procedures.


• Perform other responsibilities or tasks as requested or required.

The perks

• Competitive hourly wage starting at $40.38 that can go up to $45.04.


• Comprehensivebenefits package including medical services, dental, extended health, life insurance, long-term disability, and RRSP/pension plan options.


• Reliable, year-round employment.


• Pai d vacation and statutory holidays.


• A clean and positive work environment.


• Career advancement opportunities due to a strong presence across North America.


• The ability to have a positive social impact by operating sustainable mobility solutions.


• Join a Group committed to encouraging diversity and employee development.

Your profile

• You have a Red Seal certification in Heavy Duty Equipment Technician or Truck and Transport Mechanic or Automotive Service Technician.


• You have hands‑on experience working with gasoline vehicles (CNG or Battery electric vehicle experience will be an added advantage).


• You have Air Conditioning Maintenance certification, or willingness to obtain within three (3) months of hire.


• You have the CVSE Inspection certification, or willing to acquire.


• You hold a valid driver’s license with Air Brakes endorsement, required.


• You have an appropriate mechanic’s tool set.


• You have a safety-conscious mindset with attention to detail and risk awareness.


• You possess advanced problem‑solving ability.


• You are p roficient in using computers and maintenance software systems.


• This is a full‑time, unionized position located in Kamloops, BC.


• The position requires working four days a week, with 10‑hour shifts.

Join an international Group strongly rooted in the communities

Transdev is an international leader in mobility at the service of communities. We design and operate public transport networks - buses, coaches, trams, trains, shared bikes, ferries, and more - to empower freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable and innovative solutions that serve the common good.

Because we are people serving people, our 100,000 employees have a positive impact on people and society. It is by taking care of them that we empower people to move forward.

In March 2023,Transdev Canadaexpanded its reach in western Canada by acquiringFirst Transit. By joining forces, Transdev Canada is now the largest multi-modal privately owned transportation company in Canada.