Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic

Grizzlytrek-Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

On-the-job training

Indigenous career opportunity

Stable employment

Career growth

Job summary

GrizzlyTrek is currently seeking one Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our valued client’s team in Calgary, Alberta. This full-time position is offered as an Indigenous career opportunity and provides hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to a wide range of heavy equipment in a safety-focused industrial environment.

The role offers mentorship from journeypersons, a structured training path, and the opportunity to grow a long-term career in the skilled trades within a Canada-wide

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Registered apprentice or interest in pursuing a Heavy Duty Mechanic apprenticeship.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist journeyperson mechanics with inspection, maintenance, and repair of heavy duty equipment.
• Perform routine servicing including lubrication, fluid changes, and component replacement.
• Support diagnostics and troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in accordance with site standards.
• Complete work orders, service reports, and maintenance documentation accurately.
• Follow all site safety procedures, job hazard assessments, and manufacturer guidelines.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Registered apprentice or interest in pursuing apprenticeship

Valid driver’s license

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Basic hand tools

Shop equipment

Job description

Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Position Type: Full-time, Apprentice

Wage/Salary Range: Competitive hourly wage, based on experience and apprenticeship level

Shift Schedule: Monday to Friday (overtime may be required)

Hours Per Day: 8 hours per day

Company Overview:
GrizzlyTrek invests in our people, relationships, and partners, ensuring motivated and ready-to-work individuals meet job opportunities that foster lasting success for them and our business partners. We work across Canada and industries including mining, construction, oil and gas, turnarounds, and shutdowns. Dedicated to sustainable employment, we emphasize career opportunities and long-term workforce development. Join us and contribute to building a skilled and inclusive future.

Job Overview:
GrizzlyTrek is currently seeking one Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our valued client’s team in Calgary, Alberta. This full-time position is offered as an Indigenous career opportunity and is ideally suited to an individual interested in beginning or advancing a career in the heavy duty mechanical trade. The role provides hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to a wide range of heavy equipment in a safety-focused industrial environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist journeyperson mechanics with inspection, maintenance, and repair of heavy duty equipment
• Perform routine servicing including lubrication, fluid changes, and component replacement
• Support diagnostics and troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in accordance with site standards
• Complete work orders, service reports, and maintenance documentation accurately
• Follow all site safety procedures, job hazard assessments, and manufacturer guidelines

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Registered apprentice or demonstrated interest in pursuing a Heavy Duty Mechanic apprenticeship
• Valid driver’s license
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in an industrial environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with heavy duty equipment, automotive, or mechanical systems
• Prior shop, field, or industrial work experience
• Familiarity with basic hand tools and shop equipment

Work Environment:

• Industrial shop and field-based work environments
• Exposure to heavy equipment, tools, and mechanical systems
• Work conducted in accordance with strict safety and PPE requirements

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly compensation with potential overtime
• Full-time, stable employment
• On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced journeypersons
• Support for apprenticeship progression and trade certification
• Opportunities for long-term career growth within the skilled trades

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Life insurance: $100,000 for the employee
• AD&D insurance: Matching life insurance with critical illness and cancer coverage
• Dependent life insurance: $10,000 for spouse, $5,000 per child
• Extended health care: Drug, hospital, hearing, orthotics, nursing, and more
• Paramedical services: Annual coverage for services such as chiropractic, physiotherapy, massage, and mental health
• Vision care: Glasses, contacts, laser surgery, and exams
• Dental care: 80% basic/comp services ($2,500), 50% major ($2,500), $2,500 orthodontics for children
• Travel insurance: Up to $5,000,000 per incident for trips up to 90 days