3rd or 4th Year Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic
- Dawson Creek, BC
- On-site
- Posted Sep 17, 2026
- 1 position
Opens an external site
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The successful candidate will perform scheduled preventative maintenance and repairs on semi-trucks, trailers, and heavy industrial equipment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting mechanical issues, documenting repairs, and ensuring all work complies with safety standards and government regulations.
Job details
OVERVIEW Vertex is currently accepting applications for full-time 3rd or 4th Year Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic located in Dawson Creek, BC. The successful candidate will provide maintenance for Vertex’s equipment. This position will work with semi-trucks and trailers. BENEFITS OF WORKING ON THE VERTEX TEAM Competitive Wages Extended Health Benefits Dental Coverage Vision Care and Glasses Coverage Disability Insurance Life Insurance A safe working environment Safety Ticket Program Reimbursement Select PPE Provided Advancement Opportunities Stable Employment CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS 3rd-4th Year Heavy Duty Mechanic 3-4 years’ experience as a Heavy-Duty Mechanic, preferably with semi-truck and trailer experience (hydraulic repairs and diesel engine repair) Class 5 License with a clean drivers’ abstract Experience with or knowledge of hydraulic and diesel engine repairs Ability to perform duties in a safe and efficient manner Ability to work independently while managing time and productivity Must be in good health and physical condition to preform duties Current and up-to-date First Aid and H2S alive safety certificates is an asset A valid class 1 or 3 drivers’ license is considered an asset RESPONSIBILITIES Perform scheduled preventative maintenance, and repairs on heavy equipment Troubleshooting damaged industrial vehicles by inspecting hoses, fuel lines, fuel injector failure, coolant related issues, wiring and light problems, air leaks, clutch and transmission repairs, wheels, brake and steering components etc. Completing repairs or refurbishing damaged components of a vehicle such as transmissions and clutch replacements, alternators, steering components, air leaks / fittings, and brake shoes etc. Operating hand power tools such as impact wrenches, torque wrenches, and drills Lifting and carrying hydraulic pumps, vehicle seats, hosing, brake pots, and links of chain Completing two-person lifts when handling brake shoes or vehicle seats Completing “live” troubleshooting on damaged vehicles by operating them in order to identify the root cause of a malfunction Determine and document required repairs Prepare work orders/cost estimates for service approval Perform testing and inspection to ensure repairs are complete and in compliance with manufacture specifications and government regulations and standards Complete required documentation and reporting for inspections and repairs Provide troubleshooting, course of action for emergency repairs Conduct all job responsibilities in accordance with Vertex HSE standards, guidelines, and rules VERSATILITY. EXPERTISE. With these two words, Vertex makes the promise that we will always be versatile in developing solutions to our clients’ unique needs and that we will always demonstrate expertise in our designated fields. Since 1962, Vertex has been a leading North American provider of environmental services. With over 60 years of expertise, Vertex helps clients achieve their development goals through our versatile suite of services. From the initial site selection, consultation and regulatory approval, through the construction, operation and maintenance phases, to conclusion and environmental cleanup, Vertex offers a diverse range of services throughout the life cycle of our clients’ projects. APPLY NOW With a track record of success, Vertex provides a fast-paced environment where people thrive. We recognize that each member brings a valuable skill-set to the Vertex team and we make health, safety and community well-being a priority by supporting numerous endeavors at each of our locations across North America. At Vertex, we value teamwork through collaboration and provide support across the entire organization. If you think you have what it takes to play for the Vertex team, please apply. *We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however only those selected for interviews
What you’ll do
The successful candidate will perform scheduled preventative maintenance and repairs on semi-trucks, trailers, and heavy industrial equipment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting mechanical issues, documenting repairs, and ensuring all work complies with safety standards and government regulations.
Requirements
Candidates must be a 3rd or 4th year Heavy Duty Mechanic apprentice with 3-4 years of relevant experience, particularly with hydraulic and diesel engine systems. A clean Class 5 driver's license is required, while a Class 1 or 3 license and safety certifications like First Aid and H2S Alive are considered assets.
Benefits
• Competitive wages • Extended health benefits • Dental coverage • Vision care and glasses coverage • Disability insurance • Life insurance • Safe working environment • Safety ticket program reimbursement • Select PPE provided • Advancement opportunities • Stable employment
Listed skills
- Safety Compliance · Preferred
- Troubleshooting · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Heavy duty mechanic
- Hydraulic repair
- Diesel engine repair
- Preventative maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Semi-truck maintenance
- Trailer maintenance
- Welding
- Electrical systems
- Brake systems
- Steering components
- Transmission repair
- Clutch replacement
- Work order preparation
- Safety compliance
- Equipment inspection
- Transmission Repair
- Torque Wrench
- Hydraulic Pumps
- Power Tool Operation
- Wrenches
- Valid Driver's License
- First Aid
- Alternators
- Electrical Wiring
- Clutch
- Heavy Equipment
- Coolants
- Fuel Injection
- Diesel Engines
- Optometry
- Hydraulics
- Preventive Maintenance
- Site Selection
- Time Management
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Training
- Environment Health And Safety
- Teamwork
Job areas
- Trades
- Transportation
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Energy
- Heavy Duty Mechanic
- Heavy Equipment Mechanic
- Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines
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