At a Glance
- Tasks: Diagnose and repair heavy-duty vehicles while ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Company: Join GFL Environmental, a leader in sustainable solutions with a vibrant team culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive wages, employer-paid benefits, tool allowances, and retirement savings options.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with a commitment to community and sustainability.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in mechanics with hands-on experience and growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: Must be enrolled in a pre-apprenticeship program and have a valid driver's license.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
GFL Environmental is actively seeking an Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our team in Grande Prairie, AB!
What's in it for you:
- Competitive benefits plan, including Retirement Saving Options, for future financial security
- Prioritized orthodontic and vision coverage
- Life Insurance
- Competitive wage
- Tool Allowance
- Boot Allowance
Our Mechanics safely operate, repair, and maintain GFL Environmental owned commercial diesel and alternative fuel trucks, and heavy equipment to ensure its ability to operate safely.
Key Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair complex, modern CNG and diesel engines, and advanced electrical and hydraulic systems.
- Perform repairs and preventive maintenance tasks such as PM and safety inspections.
- Complete required record keeping associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
- Review, plan and schedule work as required.
- Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to company safety procedures.
- Ensure shop equipment and tools are kept in a safe operating condition.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with company safety standards.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Education: Currently enrolled in or completed a pre-apprenticeship or technical training program.
- Licensing: Valid Driver's License is required.
- Tools: Must provide your own basic tools and have a willingness to acquire more as you progress.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of tools required to perform repairs and maintenance on commercial vehicles and heavy equipment.
- Ability to follow schedules, instructions, technical manuals and maintenance guidelines, and other procedures associated with the maintenance of company fleet assets.
- Must be computer literate and willing and able to be trained in software systems.
- Ability to communicate effectively across various levels of the organization.
- Ability to be a self-starter capable of working effectively in a team environment or as an individual contributor.
- Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Working Conditions:
The Technician must be able to work inside and/or outside in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat.
Physical Demands:
Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
- Moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, grasping/gripping, and pushing/pulling.
- Work utilizing personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, safety-toed boot, utility gloves, reflective vest, hearing and eye protection, hard hat, etc.
- Work outside and inside, around moving objects, vehicles, and machinery with moving parts.
- Physically able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, and push/pull up to 100 pounds.
Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic in Grande Prairie employer: GFL Environmental
GFL Environmental is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the growth and well-being of its employees, offering a flexible schedule tailored to your availability, making it ideal for firefighters seeking meaningful work on their days off. With a robust training program, competitive benefits including RRSP matching, and a commitment to community engagement through initiatives like the Full Circle Project, GFL fosters a supportive and rewarding work culture in Edmonton, AB, where you can truly make a difference in your community and the environment.
