Mechanic (Journeyperson) - City of Saskatoon, Saskatoon

About this opportunity

The City of Saskatoon is seeking qualified professionals for two permanent full-time Mechanic (Journeyperson) Transit positions within Saskatoon Transit. Operating under the supervision of the Mechanical Shop Supervisor, this role supports transit operations by maintaining equipment and vehicles. This is an ATU 615 position that will be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, with external candidates considered if the role is not filled internally.

The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds and provides an accessible environment throughout the recruitment process.

What you'll do

As a transit mechanic, your duties and responsibilities involve hands-on maintenance, diagnostics, and safety compliance across civic transit vehicles and facilities.

• Locates and diagnoses equipment defects; maintains and repairs transit vehicles and associated equipment, machinery and buildings in an effective, efficient manner.
• Performs required checks, routines and procedures to assure compliance with transit standards, applicable laws and safety regulations and government vehicle safety inspections.
• Reports observed defects and potential problem areas encountered while performing duties.
• Makes minor repair and replacement decisions in accordance with transit preventive maintenance program.
• Provides reports and other data as required to record properly the work performed and the condition of the vehicle or component.
• Uses tools, shop equipment and materials safely, effectively and economically.
• Provides and participates in on-the-job training as required by maintenance staff to ensure that work is performed in an efficient and safe manner.
• Performs vehicle changeovers in accordance with established procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills and experience

To be considered for this administration and technical opening, candidates must meet specific educational, certification, and physical criteria.

• Grade 12 education.
• Possession of a Saskatchewan Journeyperson Truck and Transport Mechanic or Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Certificate.
• Considerable knowledge of methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in transit vehicle repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of air brakes, air control and air systems.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work courteously and effectively with Transit and other civic employees, the public and suppliers.
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties.
• Ability to successfully pass a mechanical skills assessment.
• Three (3) years' journeyperson experience in heavy equipment maintenance.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5A Driver's Licence (1A would be an asset).
• Current driver's abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Possession of own tools appropriate for the work.
• Current Driver's Abstract and documentation confirming completion of grade 12 and Journeyperson Certification is required with application.

What's on offer

The position features a 40-hour weekly schedule involving shift work, weekends, and statutory holidays. Compensation is structured as follows:

• Salary range of $41.09 to $43.41 CAD per hour based on 2026 rates.
• A $5.00 per hour supplement on top of the regular hourly rate.
• A wide range of benefits supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of employees.