ThinkBIG Apprentice HET

Finning; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Finning offers a unique 20-month Heavy Equipment Technician diploma program, providing technical training and hands-on skills that prepare students for careers in the heavy equipment industry. Successful applicants will work towards HET certification while paid as apprentices during training. The program also includes covered costs for tuition and materials.

Qualifications

• Completion of Candidate Profile Package with Northwestern Polytechnic.
• Successful completion of Differential Aptitude Test.
• Successful interview with program coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a training program focused on Caterpillar equipment.
• Complete all apprenticeship training and testing requirements.

Skills

Technical training

Hands-on skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Company:

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

This opportunity is a unique 20-month heavy equipment technician diploma program designed to provide technical training to meet the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Examination requirements for Heavy Equipment Technicians. It offers students first-hand theory and technical training focused on CATERPILLAR (CAT) equipment. Students gain advanced technical knowledge and hands-on skills directly related to CAT equipment. Upon graduation, students are prepared to work across more than 40 locations in Alberta, B.C., Saskatchewan, N.W.T, and the Yukon. Successful candidates will be paid at the 1st year apprentice rate for semesters 1-4 and at the 2nd year apprentice rate for semester 5. The program covers paid tuition, books, and apprenticeship exam fees.

If you are interested in working at Finning towards your HET certification, please apply today! This posting is open for Finning internal applicants for classes starting in 2025.

Compensation:

$31.31/hour for first-year apprentices.

Finning partners with Northwestern Polytechnic for the ThinkBig Program. Applicants must submit their application through Northwestern Polytechnic as well as through this posting. Please visit nwpolytech.ca and search for ThinkBig.

Job Description:

Admission Requirements:

• High School Diploma preferred (GED or Certificate of Achievement considered on an individual basis)
• Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident (Landed Immigrant)
• Completion of the Candidate Profile Package with Northwestern Polytechnic
• Successful completion of the Differential Aptitude Test (DAT)
• Successful interview with the program coordinator and Finning representatives
• Physical Demands Testing (and Drug & Alcohol testing where required for site access)

ThinkBIG is administered through NWP, located at the Fairview Campus in Alberta, supporting locations in Alberta and British Columbia.

All applicants must also apply at Northwestern Polytechnic.

Important Note:

• If qualified and interested, submit your application through the Job Board by the specified closing date.

We welcome applicants from Alberta, BC, Saskatchewan, NWT, and Yukon.

Finning is partnered with Northwestern Polytechnic for the ThinkBig Program. You will be required to submit applications through Northwestern Polytechnic and this posting. Visit nwpolytech.ca and search for ThinkBig.

Watch the video: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dpAtyZZadmc

Program details: https://www.nwpolytech.ca/programs/calendar.html#/programs/SJv_hgvhi

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all individuals to express themselves and reach their full potential. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or disabilities. Finning is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process. If you require adjustments or accommodations, please inform your recruiter.