Apprentice Tech - Truck

Inland Kenworth; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 46,838 - 79,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Medical

RRSP with employer matching

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Training opportunities

Tool and boot allowance

Job summary

Inland Truck & Equipment in Whitehorse, YT, is hiring an Apprentice Truck & Transport Technician to repair and maintain diesel engine industrial trucks under supervision, while completing the apprenticeship requirements. The role offers a wage of CAD 34.51–57.53 per hour and a Canada benefits package, including medical, RRSP, disability coverage, life insurance, paid time off, and ongoing training.

You’ll perform repairs, diagnose issues, work with parts, document work, and participate in

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience as a Truck and Transport Technician and registered apprentice with Yukon Apprenticeship Board.
• Willing to attend Apprenticeship Training and travel as needed each year.
• Willing to become CVIP certified after journeyperson status.
• Valid Class 3 with Airbrake Endorsement or Class 1 driver's license.
• Physically capable to lift 25 kg (50 lb) and stand/walk long periods.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills; able to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance per repair order per dealership and factory standards.
• Analyze truck performance issues, diagnose malfunctions, and repair.
• Coordinate with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Document all work on the repair order and test drive as required.
• Participate in manufacturer training and stay updated on bulletins.

Skills

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Physical ability

Education

Registered Apprentice (Yukon)

Job description

Inland Truck & Equipment is an industry leader in the heavy-duty truck and equipment sales, service, and parts marketplace. When we say we’re ALL IN, we mean we’re all in on you and your career.

We are a great place to work—with competitive pay and benefits, mentorship, growth opportunities, and a culture that prioritizes teamwork, safety, and community support. We are committed to embracing new technology, ensuring that we stay at the forefront of innovation in our industry. With over 1,700 employees across 44 locations in North America, we provide exciting employment opportunities that can drive your future growth.

Join us at Inland Truck & Equipment and go ALL IN on a career that has it all.

We are hiring an Apprentice Truck and Transport Technician at our Whitehorse, YT location.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Apprentice Truck & Transport Technician will be responsible for repairing and maintaining diesel engine industrial trucks according to dealership and factory specifications under the supervision of a qualified Truck & Transport Technician, while also fulfilling the education and training requirements of the apprenticeship.

WAG E

The wage for this role is $34.51- $57.53 per hour, depending on experience.

CANADA BENEFITS PACKAGE

Our employees receive a generous benefits package including:

• Extended Medical (including Vision)
• RRSP with employer matching program
• Long Term and Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• On-going training opportunities
• Annual Tool and boot allowance

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Analyzes customers’ truck performance complaints, diagnoses cause of any malfunctions, and performs repair.
• Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts.
• Saves and tags parts of the job if under warranty or if requested by the customer.
• Examines assigned vehicle to determine if further safety or service work is required or recommended.
• Communicates with service advisor/shop foreman or lead hand, immediately, if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
• Documents all work performed and recommended on the repair order.
• Road tests vehicles when required.
• Participates in manufacturer-sponsored training programs, schools, and events.
• Keeps abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins.
• Reports common machinery and tool defects or malfunctions to supervisor
• Ensures that the customers’ vehicles are kept clean. Notifies service advisor/dispatcher immediately of anything that has happened to change the appearance or condition of the vehicle.
• Keeps shop area neat and clean after each repair. Returns all common tools that were used in the repair to their designated storage place.
• Maintains and is accountable for all dealership-owned tools, manuals, and computer diagnostic equipment. Returns them to the proper place and in the same condition as when they were received.
• Understands, keeps abreast of, and complies with federal, provincial, and local regulations, such as hazardous waste disposal, WorkSafe BC practices, etc.
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Keeps up-to-date with WHMIS training (Canada) or OSHA HCS training (US).
• Becomes familiar with and complies with the company’s Health & Safety Manual

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• At least 2 yrs’experienceas a Truck and Transport Technician and currently a registered apprentice with the Yukon Apprenticeship Board
• Must be willing to attend Apprenticeship Training (travel may be required) each year while working towards the Truck & Transport Technician Certificate.
• Willing to become CVIP certified after reaching journeyperson status
• Valid Driver’s Licence: Class 3 with Airbrake Endorsement or Class 1 (to test drive truck & trailer)
• Ability to proactively problem-solve and think logically
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work in harmony with others
• Computer skills with the ability to learn dealership computer systems
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 kgs or 50 pounds.
• Must be able to walk around body shop floor and exterior yard area (long periods standing/walking).
• Must have the mobility to easily access and egress trucks and equipment.
• Must be willing and able to work various shifts, possibly including weekends.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime when required.

Are you ready to go ALL IN on a career at Inland?