Mechanic Apprentice

Joy Global (Canada) Ltd; Lively; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Annual Bonus

Health and insurance benefits package

Pension plan and matching program

Employee assistance programs

Personal wellness allowance

Paid uniform and PPE

Paid vacation time

Company-supplied tools

Training and education support

Employee social engagement activities

Job summary

Komatsu is hiring a Mechanic Apprentice to assemble heavy mining equipment using hand and power tools, following blueprints and procedures. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency on a clean, productive manufacturing floor.

You will verify parts against blueprints, prepare components, and participate in multi-cell rotations while maintaining accuracy and teamwork. Training and growth are supported within a comprehensive program.

Qualifications

• Apprentice mechanic training or mechanical trade experience considered.
• Proficiency with reading and interpreting blueprints/schematics.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read equipment schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and fit components for heavy mining equipment from blueprints and work instructions.
• Verify conformance of parts to stock lists or blueprints.
• Perform pre-assembly activities, clean and lubricate parts.
• Read blueprints, sketches, and procedures to assemble parts.
• Rotate to different work cells to meet targets.
• Identify faulty components and test assembled parts for functionality.
• Complete assembly documentation.

Skills

General mechanical aptitude

Hydraulics and electrical systems

Read and interpret schematics

Large tooling and equipment operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication and computer literacy

Willingness to learn

Ability to work varied shifts

Physical fitness 40 lbs

Education

Apprentice mechanic/training

Tools

Large tooling and equipment

Job description

Career Opportunities: Mechanic Apprentice (36415)

As a Mechanic Apprentice, you will be responsible for assembling and fitting components for heavy mining equipment using hand tools, power tools, and assembly equipment. Working from blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions, you will perform assembly tasks, verify product quality, and help ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and efficiently. This role plays an important part in delivering high-quality products while maintaining a safe, clean, and productive manufacturing environment.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Verify conformance of parts to stock lists or blueprints.
• Set and verify parts clearances.
• Perform pre-assembly activities such as cleaning and lubricating parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and work instructions/procedures to assemble parts or products.
• Perform equipment assembly under the guidance of qualified mechanic technicians according to engineering blueprints and work instructions/procedures.
• Rotate to various work cells as required.
• Follow scopes of work within time constraints to meet established daily assembly production targets and delivery targets.
• Look for faulty components during the assembly process and test assembled parts or products to ensure functionality.
• Perform installation, inspection, reassembly, and adjustment of products as required.
• Perform final checks and adjustments for any defects to ensure high‑quality products.
• Monitor the functioning of all tools and equipment and report any problems or substandard conditions to the supervisor.
• Complete any required assembly documentation.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Apprentice mechanic, mechanical trade training, or equivalent of 2‑5 years of mechanical assembly experience with large equipment, vehicles, or similar.
• General mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment schematics.
• Proficiency in utilizing large tooling and equipment in the assembly process.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; computer literacy.
• Flexibility, self‑motivation, and drive to achieve customer satisfaction goals and targets.
• Ability to work varied shift schedules.
• Willingness to learn.
• Physical fitness with the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Compensation Range

At Komatsu, base pay is just one part of a comprehensive total compensation package designed to support and reward our employees.

For this role, compensation starts at $26.00 CAD per hour. The final offer will be determined based on several factors, including the candidates' skills, experience, qualifications, and the position location.

Company Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Annual Bonus
• Comprehensive health and insurance benefits package
• Company‑sponsored registered pension plan (RPP) and matching program
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Personal wellness allowance
• Paid uniform and personal protective equipment
• Paid vacation time
• Company‑supplied tools
• Training and education support
• Employee social engagement activities and benefits

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, marital status, family status, disability or genetic characteristics.

As we search for collective healing and true reconciliation, we strive to build respectful relationships with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. We would like to acknowledge that most of our team members gather, work, and play on the traditional ancestral homelands of Indigenous Peoples and Nations across Canada, each with their own unique history, culture, and traditions.

Accommodations during the recruitment process are available on request.

While we appreciate all applicant submissions, only those considered to be most qualified will be contacted for further assessment.