Apprentice Mechanic

Why Choose Us:

We are Waste Connections of Canada, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We’re proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 1pm-9:30pm

Pay: $30.84-$51.41/hour (2nd year apprentice and up, based on union rates)

Our priority is to make sure we hire apprentice mechanics that care about the safety of our drivers and the service provided to the community. As an apprentice mechanic with us the minimum responsibilities are:

• Perform repairs and inspections, safety checks, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on diesel vehicles.

• Utilize vehicle computer electrical systems to interpret failure modes to identify and adjust Engine and Vehicle Control modules

• Respond to road calls for emergency repairs

• Reviewing, completing or assigning repairs identified on driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.

• Completing required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software programs.

• Test driving trucks after services and repairs

• Helping other team members with repairs as needed

• Having professional and courteous interactions with our drivers when needed.

• Adhere to all SAFETY standards laid out by the Ministry of Transport, Ministry of environment as well as Waste Connections of Canada.

• Perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

What We Need From You:

• Registered Truck and Transport Mechanic Apprentice (2nd year and up)

• Proficiency in a variety of diesel vehicle diagnostic tools, preventative maintenance and repair.

• Basic tool set

• Valid Class DZ Or AZ / Class 3F Or Class 3A or ability to obtain within 90 days of start of position

• Must be able to pass all pre-employment requirements

What You’ll Get From Us:

• Competitive Wages

• Retirement Plan with company match; let us help you save for your future

• Benefits; Medical, Dental, Vision

• Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistant Program, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability