BC Transit is looking for mechanics and offers a $3,000 perk in your first week

If you’re on the hunt for a new gig that includes a ton of perks, benefits and job flexibility, look no further!

BC Transit is now hiring Heavy Duty Mechanics in Greater Victoria, and not only do they offer all of the above, they were also named one of BC’s top employers of 2022.

From a sweet career transition allowance to an amazing pension, you could jump start your career in the field of mechanics while working for this BC Top 100 Employer.

Interested in applying? You can do so online here—applicants need to provide a copy of their five-year driver’s abstract, five-year insurance claims history, Class 5 driver’s license and copy of red seal certification.

Here are just a few reasons why working as a Mechanic for BC Transit could be for you:

• Career Transition Allowance – Each person who is hired as a Mechanic will receive a career transition allowance of $3,000, paid within the first week of employment (FYI: taxes will be deducted from this payment).
• Pension – Those hired will receive membership in a “Gold Plated” defined benefit pension plan, meaning it’s one of the best in Canada.
• Wages – The annual salary is $82,597, but the average Mechanic makes $92,973 with overtime and shift premiums.
• Benefits – Employees will receive impressive employer paid benefits
  including:
  • Comprehensive medical and dental group plan benefits to support you
    and your family, regardless of what life throws at you
  • Access to BC Transit’s onsite gyms
  • Support through Health and Wellness as well as Employee Assistance
    Programs
  • A complimentary Employee Bus Pass
  • The ability to advance your career with the assistance of BC Transit’s
    Corporate Learning and Development Program
• Time Off – Bon voyage! Enjoy 3 weeks of vacation, and that’s just to start. Mechanics are also given the ability to bank statutory holidays and overtime, allowing you to take additional time off throughout the year.
• Flexibility – Pick shifts based on your lifestyle! BC Transit is a 22 hour/day operation—with that comes a variety of shifts and options for Mechanics. Want to have 3 days off a week? That is one of the flexible options.

Interested in applying? You can apply online.