Licensed Mechanic - City of Sarnia

* Please Note: This position is not with the County of Lambton. It is with our Community Partner, the City of Sarnia. Application instructions are included in the posting. *

APPLY HERE: Career Centre | Recruitment

Licensed Mechanic

The City is seeking an experienced Licensed Mechanic to join our dedicated Public Works team.

Job Status: Full -time Permanent

Division: Engineering & Operations

Department: Public Works

Union: CUPE 153

Salary: $39.21

Vacancies: 1

Closing Date: March 18, 2026

About the City of Sarnia

Located at the mouth of the St. Clair River on the shores of Lake Huron, the community of Sarnia is known for its breathtaking waterfront, pristine beaches and beautiful parks system. Situated on the American border, just a short drive from London, Ontario, the community boasts a host of recreational opportunities, state-of-the-art healthcare, a vibrant cultural scene, and excellent education paired with a high standard of living and mild climate.

Ranked one of the most affordable medium-sized cities in Ontario, Sarnia, with its 72,000 residents, is home to over 1,000 acres of parkland and 40 km of trails in addition to 4 golf courses, 16 art galleries, 6 museums, and 3 theatres across the County.

The Role

Under the direction of the Fleet Superintendent, this position is responsible for preventative maintenance including inspecting and conducting repairs of vehicles to manufacturer MTO and/or CVOR requirements; troubleshooting and repairs to service vehicles; fabrication and welding repairs; decal installation and light body repairs; vehicle certification; and administrative duties as required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Valid Class G Licence with an abstract acceptable to City guidelines
• 310T Mechanic’s Licence; 310S Licence would be considered an asset
• Familiar with OTC, Snap ON and heavy duty trucks
• Ozone Depletion Prevention Card to be obtained within the first 6 months of employment
• Propane Certificate (ICE-P) would be considered an asset
• Must be competent within the meaning of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Highway Traffic Act

Why Work With Us

It’s an opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment where your organizational skills, attention to detail, and professionalism will be highly valued.

The City offers competitive salaries alongside extended health, dental and travel benefits, life insurance coverage, access to our Employee & Family Assistance Plan (EFAP), and enrollment in the OMERS (Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System) pension plan.

We are an organization focused on the health and well-being of our employees, including a priority on work-life balance delivered through a unique earned-day-off package in addition to vacation time offerings.

Please note this recruitment is for a current vacancy.

How to Apply:

Please visit the City of Sarnia job board through the following link: Recruitment (adp.com) 

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