The Mechanic is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, repairs, diagnostics, and overhauls on a wide variety of stationary and mobile equipment owned and operated by the Town of Marathon. The successful candidate will work collaboratively to ensure municipal equipment and assets are maintained in a safe, reliable, and efficient manner.

This position is encompassed by C.U.P.E. Local 87. This position is also open to all Town of Marathon employees, and internal applications will be processed according to the applicable collective agreement.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Grade 12 education and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in the mechanical maintenance field.
• Valid Truck & Coach Technician and Automotive Service Technician licences. A Heavy Equipment Technician licence would be considered an asset.
• Experience maintaining heavy equipment, municipal fleet vehicles, snow removal equipment, and/or diesel engines would be considered an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to perform welding and brazing repairs.
• Valid Standard First Aid Certificate.
• Valid Class “DZ” Driver’s Licence.
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the position.
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies as required.
• ·Must provide a Criminal Record Check satisfactory to the Employer. 

Rate of pay: $39.20-$41.61 per hour (2025 rate)

The Town of Marathon offers a competitive compensation package, including

comprehensive benefits and participation in the OMERS pension plan.

Hours of work: 40 hrs per week

Applications indicating “Mechanic” as the position being sought must be submitted by, Thurs, September 17 2026, at 4:30 pm to:

Andrea Gauthier, Corporate & Community Services Manager

4 Hemlo Drive, P.O. Bag “TM”

Marathon, ON   P0T 2E0

E-mail: or@marathon.ca

Job Description

The Town of Marathon is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to contact the undersigned.

The Solid Waste Utility Worker/Equipment Operator collects and handles solid waste generated by the residential and business sectors and assists Works & Operations as an equipment operator or airport operator as necessary.

This position is encompassed by C.U.P.E. Local 87. This position is also open to all Town of Marathon employees, and internal applications will be processed according to the applicable collective agreement.

Qualifications:

• Minimum grade 12 education and/or 3 years’ experience in a related field
• Equipment experience on a loader, 5 ton dump and/or garbage trucks
• Valid DZ class licence considered an asset or willing to obtain
• Valid “AZ” driver’s licence considered an asset or willing to obtain
• Valid standard first aid certificate
• Willing to work in inclement weather and in a team setting
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Provide a criminal record name check satisfactory to the Employer

Rate of pay: $34.71 per hour along with a competitive benefit package and enrolment in OMERS pension plan. 

Hours of work:40 hrs per week

Applications indicating “Solid Waste Utility Worker/Equipment Operator “C” as the position being sought must be submitted by, Friday, Sept 18th, 2026 at 4:30 pm to:

Andrea Gauthier, Corporate Services Manager

4 Hemlo Drive, PO Bag “TM”

Phone: (807) 229-1349 x2234          Fax: (807) 229-1999        Email: or@marathon.ca