First Year Apprenticeship (12-Month Term)

APPRENTICESHIP (12 MONTH TERM)

Pulp and Paper

Site : Kamloops

Wage : $42.27 per hour

Schedule : Compressed Work Week (9-hour dayshifts, every other Friday off)

Start Date : Flexible based on educational schedule, hoping for October 2025

YOUR ROLE

This apprenticeship opportunity is for a Skilled Trades BC registered apprentice in one of the following trades to gain a year of industrial work experience in a Kraft Pulp Mill :

üHeavy Duty Mechanic

üMillwright

üPipefitter

üElectrician

üInstrument Mechanic

üHVAC Mechanic

Reporting to a Maintenance Supervisor, Apprentices work closely with Red Seal tradespeople to gain knowledge in their trade and support maintenance activities throughout the Mill. The successful candidate will work well within a team of trades people, can follow direction, is willing to learn, is open to feedback and has a positive attitude.

YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES

üSafety focused;

üWillingness to learn;

üAbility to follow direction and is open to constructive criticism;

üExcellent verbal and written commination skills;

üAbility to manage time and multi-task to accomplish a variety of assignments with conflicting priorities and deadlines;

üPositive attitude with the ability to collaborate well with others;

üStrong problem solving & analytical skills, and excellent judgment;

üProven organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple tasks in an environment with competing demands;

üDetail oriented.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

üSkilled Trades BC registered apprentice;

üFoundations completed in Heavy Duty Mechanics, Millwright, Pipefitter, Electrical, Instrument Mechanics or HVAC;

üStrong mechanical aptitude;

üPrevious experience working in a safety sensitive work environment is an asset;

üStrong computer system aptitude and experience working with various types of software including Microsoft Office Suite is an asset.

WHY WORK AT KRUGER?

At Kruger, we believe in giving our employees the space to grow in a dynamic and stimulating environment, to encourage their development, and to enrich their professional lives. That's why many of our employees have been with us for a long time.

At Kruger, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace, not just because it is the right thing to do but because differences make us stronger and we benefit from this as a business. Our inclusive culture requires all employees to be open-minded and welcoming of people with diverse backgrounds, preferences, needs and thoughts. Through our shared commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, we create a great place to work, one that is able to attract the best people, build stronger teams, communicate better, innovate more and achieve the best results.

When you work at Kruger, you can count on a wide range of benefits such as competitive group insurance, registered pension plans and continuing education programs. In addition to finding a stimulating work environment that offers many opportunities for growth, you'll have the chance to work for a company that truly cares about its employees.

Are you interested in joining the team? Submit your cover letter, resume and a copy of your current Skilled Trades BC Transcript at no later than August 15, 2025