Town of Cochrane posts permanent full-time mechanic job paying $34.68–$36.11 per hour

The Town of Cochrane has posted a permanent, full-time mechanic position in Cochrane with an hourly pay range of $34.68 to $36.11. The posting lists the job in the town’s Infrastructure Department and says it will remain open until filled.

For residents considering applying, the posting outlines the pay range, work schedule, and required certification, along with after-hours availability for emergency and seasonal work.

The job is listed as 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and includes benefits and a defined benefit pension.

The town says the mechanic will be responsible for mechanical repairs on small equipment and on light-duty and heavy-duty vehicles, as well as mechanical certification of all vehicles within the Town of Cochrane.

The minimum qualification listed is a current Truck and Coach Technician (310T) licence.

Other qualifications include the ability to demonstrate initiative and a commitment to quality improvement, including sharing process improvement initiatives with management. The posting also lists strong organizational skills to prioritize workload and the ability to perform tasks without direct supervision.

The position requires availability for after-hours work for emergency breakdowns and for seasonal activities.

A satisfactory criminal record check is required, according to the posting.

The posting is dated April 8, 2026.