Mechanic Apprentice

GFL Environmental; Timmins; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

RRSP Matching

Boot Allowance

Shift Premium

Job summary

GFL Environmental in Timmins is seeking a 310T Licensed Mechanic to join our growing team. You will perform preventive maintenance, inspect and repair vehicles and equipment, and use fleet software to document work and parts usage.

You will work under limited supervision with safety and efficiency in mind, contributing to a culture of Team Green and sustainable solutions. Valid license and hands-on experience are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 2+ years in automotive/truck or heavy equipment maintenance
• Ability to read and interpret service information and hydraulic schematics
• Proficiency in diagnosing vehicle systems and communicating repairs clearly

Responsibilities

• Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services
• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment
• Uses vehicle computer systems to interpret failure modes and initiate repairs
• Estimates time and material costs for repairs and requisitions parts
• Keeps to standard repair times and performs service calls for emergencies
• Completes paperwork using fleet maintenance software and documents parts usage and repair times

Skills

Vehicle diagnosis

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

GFL Environmental is looking for a 310T Licensed Mechanic to join our growing team out of our Timmins operations! As a GFL Mechanic, you will be working under limited supervision and selects from written instructions and established procedures to accomplish assigned tasks. You will perform preventive maintenance services; inspect diagnosis and repair vehicles and equipment. At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow, for life! Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE! We offer a competitive benefits plan, including RRSP match, orthodontics and vision coverage With 20,000+ employees across North America, we offer a dynamic set of career opportunities, locations and growth! We appreciate all of the local communities we live and work in, and actively contribute to them through our flagship Full Circle Project We believe investing in the future is the right investment, our first fully electric truck is now in operation! GFL is traded on the NYSE & the TSX – search "GFL" to see our stock performance

Key Responsibilities

• Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
• Performs inspection, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
• Estimates time and material costs on vehicle repairs and requisitions new parts.
• Performs all work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
• Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Conducts safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
• Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Reviews, completes or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Performs maintenance related work as required.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

High school diploma or G.E.D. and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in automotive/truck, light or heavy equipment maintenance and repair or completion of accredited vocational technical school program. Valid driver’s license. Works under minimal supervision. May periodically assist in orienting and training lower apprentices.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in vehicle and equipment diagnosis and repair.
• Working knowledge of fuel, ignition, cooling, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and air brake systems.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and practices necessary while operating or repairing vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in operating tools equipment, parts and procedures utilized during the repair and servicing of vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in repair of special purpose equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate needed repairs or tasks.
• Ability to diagnose defects in and repair a variety of equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to perform minor and moderately complex mechanical repair on a variety of equipment and vehicles.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems and ability to read hydraulic schematic.
• Ability to read and comprehend service and technical information.
• Ability to utilize fleet maintenance software program.
• Knowledge of Total Tire Maintenance program.
• Ability to complete required paperwork to accurately document repairs, utilization of parts and associated repair times.

GFL Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• RRSP Matching
• Boot Allowance
• Shift Premium
• #GFLTalent

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date. This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.

At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset—our people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we’re proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form “Team Green”—united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that’s on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations – Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services – Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.