Electrical apprentice Jobs in Coquitlam, BC

• Design and manufacture custom parts for production, engineering, and R&D needs.
• Support equipment maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting across multiple departments.
• Work closely with our Senior Machinist to learn tooling setup, machining processes, safe operation, and workflow planning.
• Help translate engineering concepts into practical components and prototypes.
• Uses lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, and hand tools to build or modify parts.
• Assist with installations, fabrication projects, and ad hoc builds.
• Participate in continuous learning, applying theoretical training to hands-on work.
• Provide support wherever needed in a dynamic manufacturing environment, gaining exposure to many technical areas.

• High school diploma required.
• Completion of a pre-apprenticeship machinist program (1-year) OR currently a 1st or 2nd year machining apprentice.
• Strong interest in mechanical systems and fabrication.
• Ability to run or willingness to learn:
  • Manual lathe.
  • Manual milling machines.
  • Surface grinder.
  • General shop and precision hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawing.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, gauges)
• Curious, resourceful mindset – comfortable creating parts that don’t exist yet and solving novel engineering problems.
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work with people across many departments.
• Strong communication skills; asks questions early and seeks clarity when needed.
• Bonus Consideration: Millwright/Industrial Mechanic apprentices with manual machining experience.
• Not a Fit: CNC-only machinists.

• $23 CAD per hour.
• Health & Dental benefits.
• 2 weeks paid vacation.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Multiple company events throughout the year.

Vitacore Industries Inc. manufactures personal protective equipment for Canadian frontline workers, available on demand. Our facility houses state-of-the-art equipment to produce millions of respirators every month. Vitacore is committed to serving Canadians. All of our current and future PPE is made using a Canadian supply chain and quality Canadian materials. Our main customers are in the Health Care Industry supporting our long-term growth and sustainability.