Indigenous Career Opportunity - Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic (Indigenous Career Opportunity)

Location : Calgary, Alberta

Position Type : Full-time, Apprentice

Wage / Salary Range : Competitive hourly wage, based on experience and apprenticeship level

Shift Schedule : Monday to Friday (overtime may be required)

Hours Per Day : 8 hours per day

Company Overview :

GrizzlyTrek invests in our people, relationships, and partners, ensuring motivated and ready-to-work individuals meet job opportunities that foster lasting success for them and our business partners. We work across Canada and industries including mining, construction, oil and gas, turnarounds, and shutdowns. Dedicated to sustainable employment, we emphasize career opportunities and long-term workforce development. Join us and contribute to building a skilled and inclusive future.

Job Overview :

GrizzlyTrek is currently seeking one Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our valued client’s team in Calgary, Alberta. This full-time position is offered as an Indigenous career opportunity and is ideally suited to an individual interested in beginning or advancing a career in the heavy duty mechanical trade. The role provides hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to a wide range of heavy equipment in a safety-focused industrial environment.

Responsibilities :

Assist journeyperson mechanics with inspection, maintenance, and repair of heavy duty equipment

Perform routine servicing including lubrication, fluid changes, and component replacement

Support diagnostics and troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems

Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in accordance with site standards

Complete work orders, service reports, and maintenance documentation accurately

Follow all site safety procedures, job hazard assessments, and manufacturer guidelines

Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent

Indigenous ancestry (self-identified)

Registered apprentice or demonstrated interest in pursuing a Heavy Duty Mechanic apprenticeship

Valid driver’s license

Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn

Ability to perform physically demanding work in an industrial environment

Preferred Qualifications :

Previous experience working with heavy duty equipment, automotive, or mechanical systems

Prior shop, field, or industrial work experience

Familiarity with basic hand tools and shop equipment

Work Environment :

Industrial shop and field-based work environments

Exposure to heavy equipment, tools, and mechanical systems

Work conducted in accordance with strict safety and PPE requirements

Benefits :

Competitive hourly compensation with potential overtime

Full-time, stable employment

On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced journeypersons

Support for apprenticeship progression and trade certification

Opportunities for long-term career growth within the skilled trades

Comprehensive Benefits Package :

We offer a robust benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, including :

Life insurance : $100,000 for the employee

AD&D insurance : Matching life insurance with critical illness and cancer coverage

Dependent life insurance : $10,000 for spouse, $5,000 per child

Extended health care : Drug, hospital, hearing, orthotics, nursing, and more

Paramedical services : Annual coverage for services such as chiropractic, physiotherapy, massage, and mental health

Vision care : Glasses, contacts, laser surgery, and exams

Dental care : 80% basic / comp services ($2,500), 50% major ($2,500), $2,500 orthodontics for children

Travel insurance : Up to $5,000,000 per incident for trips up to 90 days

Call to Action :

Apply now to join GrizzlyTrek Group Ltd. and take the next step toward a rewarding career in the heavy duty mechanical trade.

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