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Apprentice, Automotive Technician

The Apprentice Automotive Technician will assist in performing maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on automotive equipment, heavy-duty trucks, and semi-tractors. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate service logs, managing parts inventory, and ensuring all work areas and equipment meet safety standards.

  • On-site
  • Fort McMurray, AB
  • Posted Aug 8, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

THE OPPORTUNITY: McKay Métis Contracting is seeking an Apprentice, Automotive Technician The Role: Reporting to the Supervisor/designate, the Apprentice, Automotive Technician is accountable for the following: ACCOUNTABILITIES: * ASSIST IN PERFORMING MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES ON A VARIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT, HEAVY-DUTY TRUCKS, AND SEMI-TRACTORS UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF A JOURNEYPERSON OR LEAD TECHNICIAN OR DESIGNATE * SUPPORT IN DIAGNOSING, SERVICING, AND REPAIRING MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, AND ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEMS FOUND IN VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT, INCLUDING BOTH MANUAL AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. * ASSIST IN TROUBLESHOOTING MALFUNCTIONS AND PERFORMING REPAIRS AS DIRECTED. * CONDUCT ROUTINE MAINTENANCE CHECKS SUCH AS INSPECTING AND ADJUSTING FLUID LEVELS, HOSES, BELTS, BRAKES, TIRES, AND CLUTCHES; CHANGING FILTERS AND OIL; AND LUBRICATING VEHICLES AND MOTORIZED EQUIPMENT. * PARTICIPATE IN ENGINE OVERHAULS, REPLACEMENTS, AND COMPONENT REBUILDS WHILE DEVELOPING HANDS-ON MECHANICAL SKILLS. * MAINTAIN ACCURATE SERVICE LOGS AND ASSIST IN RECORDKEEPING OF MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR WORK. * SUPPORT THE PREPARATION OF WORK ORDERS AND MATERIAL COST ESTIMATES UNDER DIRECTION. * ASSIST IN TESTING AND INSPECTING MECHANICAL SYSTEMS AFTER REPAIR OR ASSEMBLY TO ENSURE PROPER PERFORMANCE AND COMPLIANCE WITH MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS. * LEARN TO USE DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS AND COMPUTERIZED TEST EQUIPMENT TO IDENTIFY AND VERIFY FAULTS OR MALFUNCTIONS. * ASSIST IN BASIC FABRICATION AND ASSEMBLY WORK AS REQUIRED. * HELP MAINTAIN PARTS INVENTORY BY RESEARCHING, ORGANIZING, AND REPLENISHING COMMONLY USED ITEMS. * PERFORM PRE-OPERATIONAL CHECKS, COMPLETE SAFETY WALKAROUNDS, AND ENSURE VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT ARE CLEAN, SAFE, AND READY FOR OPERATION. * REPORT ANY DAMAGE, DEFECTS, OR NEAR-MISS INCIDENTS IMMEDIATELY TO THE SUPERVISOR OR MAINTENANCE LEAD. * OPERATE EQUIPMENT SAFELY AND ACCORDING TO ESTABLISHED STANDARDS, PROCEDURES, AND SITE-SPECIFIC PRACTICES. * MAINTAIN TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND THE WORK AREA IN A CLEAN, ORGANIZED, AND SAFE CONDITION. * COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY WITH SUPERVISORS AND TEAM MEMBERS TO ENSURE WORK GOALS AND SCHEDULES ARE MET. * SUPPORT ON-THE-JOB TRAINING ACTIVITIES FOR OTHER APPRENTICES OR NEW EMPLOYEES WHEN REQUESTED. * PARTICIPATE IN SHIFT HANDOVERS BY ENSURING ACCURATE LOGS AND RECORDS OF EQUIPMENT CONDITION AND LOCATION ARE COMPLETED. * FOSTER A COOPERATIVE AND SAFETY-FOCUSED WORK ENVIRONMENT. * PERFORM OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS ASSIGNED. REQUIREMENTS: * Valid Driver’s License * Registered Apprentice in Automotive Technician * Certificate of completion for school * Mechanical Aptitude and eagerness to learn SCHEDULE: * 7 days on, 7 days off, 11.5-hour shifts – subject to change SALARY: * Competitive compensation package ABOUT US: Fort McKay Métis Contracting is part of the Fort McKay Metis Group Ltd (MMG). MMG is the business arm of the Fort McKay Métis Nation (FMMN), a proud part of the community and seeking to embody their stakeholders’ vision and values in all that they do. Affiliates and partners specialize in services such as civil construction, security, rig moving, site amenities, industrial solutions, crane services, transportation, speciality and commodity, chemicals and more. Profits generated by our business are reinvested in the community including the Fort McKay beautification program, community parks, affordable housing, post-secondary scholarships for community members, and ongoing investment in local infrastructure. For more information, please visit: www.mckaymétisgroup.com [http://www.mckaymetisgroup.com/] 7on / 7off

What you’ll do

The Apprentice Automotive Technician will assist in performing maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on automotive equipment, heavy-duty trucks, and semi-tractors. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate service logs, managing parts inventory, and ensuring all work areas and equipment meet safety standards.

Requirements

Candidates must be a registered Apprentice in Automotive Technician and hold a valid driver's license. A strong mechanical aptitude and an eagerness to learn are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

• Post-secondary scholarships • Community investment programs

Listed skills

  • Inventory managementPreferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Automotive maintenance
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Diagnostic tools
  • Engine overhaul
  • Component rebuilds
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • Inventory management
  • Technical documentation
  • Heavy-duty truck repair
  • Electrical systems repair
  • Fabrication
  • Equipment operation
  • Record Keeping
  • Willingness To Learn
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Brakes
  • Communication
  • Electronic Control Unit
  • Oil and Gas
  • Inventory Control Systems
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Mechanical Systems
  • Tires
  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Diagnostic Tools
  • Test Equipment

Job areas

  • Trades
  • Transportation
  • Energy
  • Construction
  • Automotive Technician Apprentice
  • Automotive Service Technician / Mechanic
  • Motor Vehicle Mechanics and Repairers
  • Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week