Automotive Mechanic Helper

JD#: CSJ 

Job Number: J1225-0206 

Job Title: Automotive Mechanic Helper 

Job Type: Student 

Job Category: Public Works 

Number Of Positions: 1 

Date Posted: February 5, 2026 

Closing Date: February 26, 2026 

Salary: $19.00 - $19.00/Hour 

Hours of work: 40 hours per week 

Schedule: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Mon - Fri 

Union: Non-union 

Vacancy Type: Existing 

Eligible For AWA: No 

Physical Location: JOC 

Working Conditions: Inside 

Contract Duration: 4-months 

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Position Overview

Reporting to the Fleet Supervisor, this position is responsible for assisting with mechanical repairs and maintenance for all City-owned equipment and vehicles. Additionally, the role includes supporting shop services, ensuring efficient operations and timely service delivery.

This position is partially funded by Canada Summer Jobs. To be eligible, youth must:
• be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment**; and,
• have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
* The youth must be 15 years of age at the beginning of the employment period. The youth may be over 30 years of age at the end of the employment period, provided they were 30 years of age or younger at the start of the employment period.
** International students are not eligible participants. International students include individuals who are temporarily in Canada for the purpose of studies and who are not Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or persons who have been granted refugee protection in Canada. Youth awaiting a refugee status decision, as well as those holding temporary visitor visas, youth visas, or work visas, are not eligible. As the objective of the Canada Summer Jobs program is to support youth entering the Canadian labour market, the temporary nature of an international student's stay in Canada does not provide a long-term connection to the labour market.

Responsibilities

Operations Delivery & Continuous Improvement
• Perform fuel tank dips at various City locations.
• Assist technicians with various light duty repairs/service.
• Accompany and assist technicians when performing service calls.
• Pickup and deliver vehicles.
• Pickup and return Ministry licensing packages.
• Pickup and return part orders.
• Put away part stock orders.
• Organize parts room.
• General Fleet shop housekeeping
• Assist Fleet Coordinator when necessary.
• Assists with the coordination of special project activities.
• Assists with performing data/clerical entry.

Other Duties
• Performs other related tasks and projects as assigned, which are in accordance with job responsibilities or necessary department and corporate objectives.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with the Ontario Health and Safety Act and Regulations and the Corporate Health and Safety policy and related procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarian Disability Act (AODA) and related policy and procedures.

Qualifications and Experience
• Currently enrolled in post-secondary studies 
• A valid class "G" driver license in good standing
• Capable of working both individually and as a team member
• Quick learner and self-motivated 
• Ability to follow instructions and exercise sound judgement.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Prior experience in the automotive industry is an asset.

Working Conditions
• 100% of time in shop environment, and various locations within the City of Vaughan with potential exposure to seasonal/environmental elements, heat, cold, noise and vehicle fumes.
• Will require the use of applicable protective equipment e.g.: safety boots, glasses, and vests

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, the City of Vaughan uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions. 

The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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