Apprentice Automobile Technician/Mechanic

EDGE; Hay River; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of the Northwest Territories, Department of Infrastructure, seeks an Apprentice Automobile Technician/Mechanic to service the department's mobile equipment fleet and stationary power units at the Hay River facility. The role is a 4-year term position with supervision from a Journeyman tradesperson.

Applicants must be eligible to write the Trades Entrance Exam, hold a valid NWT Class 5 driver’s license, and will progress through the apprenticeship with required hours, coursework

Qualifications

• Eligibility to write the Trades Entrance Exam (English 30-2, Math 30-3, Physics 20 or Chemistry 20).
• Valid NWT Class 5 driver’s license is mandatory.
• Ability to interpret repair manuals and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance and repair services for mobile equipment and stationary power units.
• Work under supervision of a Journeyman tradesperson at Hay River facility.
• Assist with diagnosing mechanical issues and following exam/course hours.
• Adhere to safety, processes and agency requirements.

Skills

Equipment repair knowledge

Diagnostics ability

Diagram interpretation

Class 5 driver's license

Education

Trades Entrance Exam eligibility

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Department Information

The Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories' (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies. INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.

For more information please refer to the Department of Infrastructure website at http://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/

Job Information

The Apprentice Automobile Technician/Mechanic is an apprentice position working under the supervision of a Journeyman tradesperson and is responsible for providing maintenance and repair services for the department's mobile equipment fleet and stationary power units at the Hay River Maintenance facility.

Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of standard equipment repair methods, tools, equipment and techniques.
• Knowledge of all equipment, from heavy to light, mobile equipment to stationary units such as generator sets.
• Ability to locate and diagnosis mechanical problems.
• Ability to interpret diagrams and specifications.
• Ability to understand apprenticeship theory, training and interpret service, repair and parts manuals.

Typically attained by,

Eligibility to write the Trades Entrance Exam, which for an automobile technician/mechanic requires successful completion of English 30-2, Math 30-3 and Physics 20 or Chemistry 20 or Science. Hold a valid NWT Class 5 driver's license.

Continued employment as an apprentice is conditional upon the successful completion of the trade's entrance exam and successful completion of the required hours of experience, coursework and exam for each level in the apprenticeship program.

Term Position

This job opening is for a 4 Year Term

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check.Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Driver's License Requirement

A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28346

Closing Date: Tuesday, October 9, 2026 - 23:59, MountainTime

Salary Information

The salary for this position starts at 60% of Pay Grade 13 $28.44 per hour (approximately $59,155. per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $4,538

* Apprentice rates will be based on a percentage of step one of the appropriate pay rate, based on their year of the apprenticeship as follows:

Four Year Training Programs

Year 1 60%

Year 2 70%

Year 3 80%

Year 4 90%