Apprentice Mechanic

Tiger Calcium Services Inc.; Nisku; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian service provider located in Nisku is actively seeking an Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic to maintain its vehicle fleet. The role requires hands-on experience with heavy equipment, including tasks such as performing repairs, preventative maintenance, and record-keeping. Applicants should be in their 2nd or 3rd year of apprenticeship and be prepared for physical work conditions in various weather environments. Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment screening including drug testing and health assessments.

Qualifications

• Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment screening requirements including drug and alcohol and health assessment.
• Working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Ability to analyze and repair mechanical failures.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of heavy trucks and trailers.
• Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repairs to manufacturer's specifications.
• Maintain a clean and tidy personal work area.

Skills

Experience with Cummins engines

Hydraulic system knowledge

Super B experience

Operational skills with repair tools

Collaborative communication style

Education

2nd or 3rd year Apprentice

Tools

TMT software program

Job description

Please Note: Any applicant must provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19, a condition of employment, subject to any accommodation required according to applicable human rights legislation.

All safety-sensitive positions will require pre-employment screening which includes drug and alcohol screening.

Position Title: Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic

Work Location: Nisku

Department: Transportation

Title of manager this position reports to: Fleet Maintenance Manager

Work Days / Hours: 8 days on – 6 days off ½ hour lunch.

Purpose of Role: Maintaining Tiger’s vehicle fleet.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of heavy trucks and trailers;
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance;
• Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repairs to manufacturer's specifications;
• Maintain a clean and tidy personal work area and assist with general cleaning duties in a workshop environment;
• Maintain a record of all work tasks on work orders in the TMT system;
• Support and encourage continuous improvement in work practices;
• Some out of hours work may be required for a call out basis;
• Perform related work as required;
• Completing daily job hazard assessments.

Required Qualifications, Work Experience, Skills

• 2nd or 3rd year Apprentice;
• Experience with Cummins engines, hydraulic system, and Super B would be considered an asset;
• Experience and considerable knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of various types of heavy equipment and other power driven equipment and tools;
• Working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade;
• Familiar with the TMT software program would be considered an asset;
• Skilled in the operation of a variety of tools and equipment used in the repair of trucks and heavy equipment;
• Capable of preparing and maintaining accurate records and reports.
• Ability to analyze and repair mechanical failures;
• Has a collaborative communication style at all levels of the organization demonstrating an open, honest and consistent approach to working with others;
• Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment screening requirements including drug and alcohol and health assessment.

Physical Requirements / Work Conditions

• Lifting, pulling, climbing, standing, sitting, lying down, squatting and kneeling and managing equipment and tools;
• Must work outside in all different weather conditions, including cold and extreme heat. Work is performed in a repair shop environment.