Wapiti Gravel Suppliers | 4th Year Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice

4101 93 Street, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 6T4 Telephone: Show phone number 

Wapiti Gravel Suppliers, a division of NPA. is one of Western Canada’s largest paving contractors, with over 700 employees helping us provide our products and services throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories. Our equipment fleet and shops are among the most modern in our business. We take pride in our employees and place a high-value on establishing a workplace where people are challenged and respected every day.

Summary

The Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic, under the direction and supervision of a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic and in line with classroom learning objectives, is responsible for ensuring the company’s fleet of diesel equipment remains in safe working condition. By the end of the apprenticeship, this role will be required to maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical issues in the most efficient manner to reduce down time and costs and may consist of working in a shop environment, field environment using a service truck or a combination of both. If you are needing hours or waiting for school to begin, our experienced staff from our Grande Prairie shops are eager to teach their skills and mentor new and upcoming industry professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Ability to perform learning objects of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year.
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of powertrain, steering, brake systems, air conditioning specific to truck and transport
• Must ensure a solid understanding of and comply with the principles of the company’s Code of Ethics.
• Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics
• Other quality control related duties as required.
• Promote, execute, and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, sub-contractors, and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
• Work with Safety Department to investigate damage, incidents or near misses in the worksite, and ensure proper procedures are carried out according to the Company’s Safety Program.
• Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself, or endanger the wellbeing of others.
• Participate as a team member, and contribute towards the success of the organization, which may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required.
• Promote a team approach and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and gather ideas.
• Collaborate with any project teams on other special initiatives, as required.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred
• Registered in Alberta Apprentice program
• Class 5 Drivers License

Working Conditions

• Overtime as required.
• Work may be performed in an indoor setting, which could include standing for long periods of time, and exposure to dust and fumes.
• Work may be performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
• Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 LBS on a regular basis.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.

What's In It For You?

We are pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive and competitive wage, work boot rebate program, extended health benefits with STD and LTD, company matching pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more!

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Wapiti Gravel Suppliers is pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a position with Wapiti Gravel Suppliers, however, only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.