310T Apprentice Mechanic

GFL Environmental Inc.; Canada; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental

Tool allowance

Training & Mentorship

EAP

Employee Discounts

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a dedicated 310T Maintenance Apprentice to join our fleet maintenance team.

You will work alongside licensed technicians to inspect, repair, and maintain our heavy-duty commercial fleet while actively earning hours toward your 310T Truck and Coach Technician license. We offer competitive hourly wages with milestone-based increases, comprehensive health and dental coverage, tool allowances, ongoing technical training, mentorship from licensed 310T journeypersons,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Active registration as a 310T Apprentice or enrolled in an accredited pre-apprenticeship program.
• Strong mechanical aptitude across hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical systems in heavy vehicles.
• Commitment to safety regulations, PPE standards, and shop procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed 310T technicians with preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Learn and assist in diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, brake, suspension, and electrical issues.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Reliability

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated 310T Maintenance Apprentice to join our fleet maintenance team. In this role, you will work alongside experienced licensed technicians to inspect, repair, and maintain our heavy-duty commercial fleet while actively earning hours toward your 310T Truck and Coach Technician license.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Hourly wage with structured increases based on apprenticeship milestones and performance reviews.
• Comprehensive Health & Dental: Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Apprenticeship Support: Tool allowance, ongoing technical training, and direct mentorship from licensed 310T journeypersons.
• Wellness & Assistance: Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Green for Life Perks: Exclusive employee discount programs, perks, and team recognition initiatives.

Requirements

• Education & Registration: High school diploma or equivalent; active registration as a 310T Apprentice with the skilled trades governing body (or enrolled in an accredited pre-apprenticeship program).
• Mechanical Aptitude: Strong foundational understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems in heavy commercial vehicles.
• Safety Commitment: Uncompromising commitment to workplace safety regulations, shop procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE) standards.
• Tools & Equipment: Possess a basic set of mechanics hand tools (with a willingness to build out your toolkit over time).
• Reliability: Excellent attendance record, strong work ethic, and flexibility to work scheduled shifts and operational overtime when needed.
• Licensing: Valid Driver's License with a clean abstract (Class G minimum; Class D or DZ considered a strong asset).

Responsibilities

• Maintenance Assistance: Assist licensed 310T technicians with routine preventive maintenance, inspections, and mechanical repairs across the heavy commercial fleet.
• Diagnostic Support: Learn and assist in troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, brake, suspension, and electrical system issues using modern diagnostic tools.
• Safety Inspections: Support daily shop safety checks, vehicle inspections, and ensure equipment meets provincial safety standards.
• Shop Maintenance: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace, tools, and fluid handling stations.
• System Operations & Documentation: Accurately log work orders, parts usage, and repair notes in accordance with company protocols.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date. This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.

At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset—our people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we’re proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form “Team Green”—united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations – Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services – Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.