Fleet Mechanic Apprentice - Hands-on Training & Skills

GFL Environmental Inc.; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Apprentice to learn inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs on the company fleet. On-the-job training will cover safety standards and proper maintenance procedures.

You will assist mechanics with repairs, perform oil changes, tire rotations, and complete required paperwork documenting parts usage and repair times, while maintaining a clean, safe work area per OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of tools required to perform repairs and maintenance on vehicles.
• Ability to follow schedules, instructions, manuals, and maintenance guidelines.
• Currently registered as a Level 3 apprentice with Skilled Trades Ontario (310T).
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and timeliness.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform limited repairs and preventive maintenance such as oil changes, lubrication, tune-ups, filter replacements, and tire rotations.
• Complete required paperwork, document parts usage, and track repair times.
• Conduct vehicle safety inspections; identify and report deterioration for repair or replacement.
• Assist mechanics with repairs and projects as assigned by supervisor.
• Inspect tires, perform tire removal and replacements as needed.
• Fuel and wash company vehicles.
• Operate tools and equipment following safety procedures and maintain safe work areas.
• Maintain inventory and report in M5 program.

Skills

Vehicle tools

Maintenance scheduling

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Reading reports

Attention to detail

Following instructions

Education

Level 3 apprenticeship (310T)

Job description

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Apprentice to learn inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs on the company fleet. On-the-job training will cover safety standards and proper maintenance procedures.

You will assist mechanics with repairs, perform oil changes, tire rotations, and complete required paperwork documenting parts usage and repair times, while maintaining a clean, safe work area per OSHA standards.