Apprentice Heavy-Duty Mechanic – Semi-Truck & Trailer

Wainbee; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health

Dental Coverage

Vision Care

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Safe Working Environment

Safety Ticket Reimbursement

PPE Provided

Advancement Opportunities

Stable Employment

Competitive Wages

Job summary

Vertex is seeking a 3rd-4th Year Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic in Dawson Creek, BC to maintain and repair semi-trucks and trailers. This full-time role focuses on diesel engines, hydraulic systems and safety-first workmanship.

Ideal candidates have 3–4 years of heavy-duty experience, a Class 5 license, and the ability to work independently while meeting production goals. Vertex offers competitive wages, benefits, and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3rd-4th Year Heavy Duty Mechanic required.
• 3-4 years’ experience as a Heavy-Duty Mechanic with HD equipment.
• Class 5 license with a clean drivers’ abstract.
• Experience with hydraulic and diesel engine repairs.
• Ability to work safely and independently.
• First Aid and H2S Alive certificates are assets.
• Class 1 or 3 license is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and diesel systems and related components.
• Repair or refurbish transmissions, clutches, brakes and steering parts.
• Operate hand tools and lifting devices as part of repairs.
• Prepare work orders and cost estimates for approval.
• Document inspections and repairs per manufacturer specs and regulations.

Skills

Heavy Duty Mechanic

Independent work

Safety awareness

Job description

Vertex is seeking a 3rd-4th Year Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic in Dawson Creek, BC to maintain and repair semi-trucks and trailers. This full-time role focuses on diesel engines, hydraulic systems and safety-first workmanship.

Ideal candidates have 3–4 years of heavy-duty experience, a Class 5 license, and the ability to work independently while meeting production goals. Vertex offers competitive wages, benefits, and advancement opportunities.