Maintenance Apprentice

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 57,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Wonderbrands is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Apprentice to support the Maintenance team at our Calgary facility. You will assist with electrical troubleshooting, installations, and preventive maintenance under a qualified Electrician’s guidance.

We value hands-on learning, safety, and a path through the electrical apprenticeship program. The role requires open availability for shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Currently registered in a recognized Apprenticeship Program.
• Experience in manufacturing/industrial environment is an asset.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, motors, controls, and electrical components.
• Ability to read and understand basic electrical drawings and schematics.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Good troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability and willingness to work shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist Electricians and Maintenance team members with electrical troubleshooting, repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Support the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment, wiring, motors, sensors, control panels, and related components.
• Assist with troubleshooting electrical and control system issues to minimize downtime.
• Perform basic electrical testing and diagnostics under the direction of a qualified Electrician.
• Assist with preventative and predictive maintenance activities on production and facility equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and equipment documentation.
• Support electrical installations and modifications in accordance with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and company procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with 5S standards.
• Assist with documenting maintenance activities, repairs, parts used, and equipment issues.
• Work collaboratively with Maintenance, Production, and other departments to support reliable plant operations.
• Follow all company food safety, GMP, health and safety, lockout/tagout, and environmental procedures.
• Participate in training and development opportunities to continue progressing through the electrical apprenticeship program.
• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned. The Team Member is required to comply with all Food Safety, Quality, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements always.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Currently registered in an apprenticeship program

Job description

Introduction

Working at Wonderbrands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of.We have an “entrepreneurial” mindset which encourages all our team members to use their own “creativity” and “out of the box” thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

Overview

The Maintenance Apprentice will support the Maintenance team with the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of electrical systems, equipment, and controls throughout the manufacturing facility. This role is designed for an electrical apprentice looking to gain practical, hands-on experience while progressing through their apprenticeship.

Location:203 58 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2H 0N9

Wage:$27.80/hour, plus night shift premium

Shift:open availability required (flexibility with working overtime, and on weekends, as necessary)

Responsibilities

• Assist Electricians and Maintenance team members with electrical troubleshooting, repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Support the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment, wiring, motors, sensors, control panels, and related components.
• Assist with troubleshooting electrical and control system issues to minimize equipment downtime.
• Perform basic electrical testing and diagnostics under the direction of a qualified Electrician.
• Assist with preventative and predictive maintenance activities on production and facility equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and equipment documentation.
• Support electrical installations and modifications in accordance with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and company procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with 5S standards.
• Assist with documenting maintenance activities, repairs, parts used, and equipment issues.
• Work collaboratively with Maintenance, Production, and other departments to support reliable plant operations.
• Follow all company food safety, GMP, health and safety, lockout/tagout, and environmental procedures.
• Participate in training and development opportunities to continue progressing through the electrical apprenticeship program.
• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned. The Team Member is required to comply with all Food Safety, Quality, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements always.

Requirements

• Currently registered in a recognized Apprenticeship Program.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, industrial, commercial, or food-processing environment is an asset.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, motors, controls, and electrical components.
• Ability to read and understand basic electrical drawings and schematics.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Good troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability and willingness to work shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous learning.

We offer a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees, including strong benefit and pension plans, paid vacation and holidays, overtime opportunities, and a growth path to line leader and supervisory roles.

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills.

Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time. In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current existing vacancy within our organization.

We affirm that our hiring process, including candidate screening, evaluation, and selection, does not involve the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools. All assessments and decisions are conducted by qualified human professionals to ensure fairness, transparency, and compliance with Bill 149.