2nd Year Apprentice to Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician
Grande Prairie, AB
Department: Service
Wage Range: $30.00–$63.00 per hour
About Us
At Western Star Trucks North, we believe truck drivers are essential to keeping our world moving. That is why we have built our business around helping them succeed.
We are a full-service heavy-duty truck dealership offering truck sales, parts, service, and body shop support. Since starting as a family-owned business in 1987, we have grown into a group of companies with locations across Northern Alberta.
We believe in strong customer relationships, clear communication, and taking pride in the work we do. Simply put — we give a damn.
Why Work With Us?
We believe in hiring and keeping great people by offering:
- Competitive wages: $30.00–$63.00 per hour
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
- RRSP/TFSA matching
- Boot allowance
- Eye Safe Program
- Employee discounts
- Paid industry training
- Premium pay for Western Star, Detroit Diesel, and Cummins certifications
- Apprenticeship tuition support
- Career development opportunities
- Relocation reimbursement available
- A positive, team-focused shop culture
The Opportunity
Due to continued growth, we are looking for a 2nd Year Apprentice to Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician to join our Grande Prairie Service team.
In this role, you will diagnose, repair, inspect, and maintain heavy-duty trucks and customer equipment. You will work on a wide range of systems including:
- Fuel systems
- Lubrication systems
- Powertrain
- Engines
- Cooling systems
- HVAC
- Exhaust systems
- Engine controls
- Electrical and electronic systems
- Suspension
- Steering
- Hydraulic and air brake systems
- Frame components
Most work will be completed in the shop and yard, with occasional work at customer locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose truck and equipment concerns and determine required repairs
- Complete repairs efficiently and accurately
- Ensure customer units are operating properly before release
- Communicate repair findings clearly to the Shop Foreman and Service Writers
- Identify and report additional defects found during repairs
- Assist in determining whether failures may be warrantable
- Follow manufacturer repair and maintenance guidelines
- Install rig-up equipment on customer and new sales units as required
- Protect customer units and parts from damage during repairs
- Complete work order paperwork accurately
- Provide clear corrective stories to support time spent on repairs
- Ensure all required documentation is completed and filed with the work order
- Maintain accurate technician punch times and correct issues immediately
- Complete required dealer training by assigned deadlines
- Stay current on product updates and new technical information
- Support teammates and contribute to a positive learning environment
- Treat company, customer, and employee property with respect
- Follow all workplace safety policies and regulations
- Report unsafe conditions, accidents, or injuries immediately
Qualifications
- 2nd Year Apprentice through Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician
- Adequate personal tooling to perform repairs
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Professional and respectful with customers and coworkers
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to multitask in a busy shop environment
- Willingness to work flexible hours when required
- Class 1 or Class 3 licence with Q endorsement is considered an asset and may qualify for premium pay
Apply Today
If you take pride in quality repairs, enjoy working with a strong team, and want to build your career with a growing heavy-duty truck dealership, we would like to hear from you.
Pay: $30.00-$63.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
