Grizzlytrek Group
Indigenous Career Opportunity – Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic
Calgary, AB, Canada - Full Time
Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic (Indigenous Career Opportunity)
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Position Type: Full-time, Apprentice
Wage/Salary Range: Competitive hourly wage, based on experience and apprenticeship level
Shift Schedule: Monday to Friday (overtime may be required)
Hours Per Day: 8 hours per day
Company Overview:
GrizzlyTrek invests in our people, relationships, and partners, ensuring motivated and ready-to-work individuals meet job opportunities that foster lasting success for them and our business partners. We work across Canada and industries including mining, construction, oil and gas, turnarounds, and shutdowns. Dedicated to sustainable employment, we emphasize career opportunities and long-term workforce development. Join us and contribute to building a skilled and inclusive future.
Job Overview:
GrizzlyTrek is currently seeking one Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our valued client’s team in Calgary, Alberta. This full-time position is offered as an Indigenous career opportunity and is ideally suited to an individual interested in beginning or advancing a career in the heavy duty mechanical trade. The role provides hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to a wide range of heavy equipment in a safety-focused industrial environment.
Responsibilities:
Assist journeyperson mechanics with inspection, maintenance, and repair of heavy duty equipment
Perform routine servicing including lubrication, fluid changes, and component replacement
Support diagnostics and troubleshooting of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in accordance with site standards
Complete work orders, service reports, and maintenance documentation accurately
Follow all site safety procedures, job hazard assessments, and manufacturer guidelines
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Indigenous ancestry (self-identified)
Registered apprentice or demonstrated interest in pursuing a Heavy Duty Mechanic apprenticeship
Valid driver’s license
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
Ability to perform physically demanding work in an industrial environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience working with heavy duty equipment, automotive, or mechanical systems
Prior shop, field, or industrial work experience
Familiarity with basic hand tools and shop equipment
Work Environment:
Industrial shop and field-based work environments
Exposure to heavy equipment, tools, and mechanical systems
Work conducted in accordance with strict safety and PPE requirements
Benefits:
Competitive hourly compensation with potential overtime
Full-time, stable employment
On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced journeypersons
Support for apprenticeship progression and trade certification
Opportunities for long-term career growth within the skilled trades
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
We offer a robust benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, including:
Life insurance: $100,000 for the employee
AD&D insurance: Matching life insurance with critical illness and cancer coverage
Dependent life insurance: $10,000 for spouse, $5,000 per child
Extended health care: Drug, hospital, hearing, orthotics, nursing, and more
Paramedical services: Annual coverage for services such as chiropractic, physiotherapy, massage, and mental health
Vision care: Glasses, contacts, laser surgery, and exams
Dental care: 80% basic/comp services ($2,500), 50% major ($2,500), $2,500 orthodontics for children
Travel insurance: Up to $5,000,000 per incident for trips up to 90 days
Call to Action:
Apply now to join GrizzlyTrek Group Ltd. and take the next step toward a rewarding career in the heavy duty mechanical trade.
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