Apprentice Automotive Technician

Chestermere, AB, Canada

Pay: $25.974/hr. (you'll find the detailed information in Appendix A of the draft collective agreement) · Full-time

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Pay: Pay: $25.974/hr. (you'll find the detailed information in Appendix A of the draft collective agreement)
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 29, 2026
Experience: 1 years of related and progressive mechanical experience.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 29, 2026

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Position Summary

As a member of the Fleet team, the Apprentice Automotive Assists senior technicians with vehicle inspections, diagnostics, and repairs, performs basic maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, fluid checks, and battery testing. Provides operational and mechanical expertise in the maintenance, upkeep and repair of all licensed and non-licensed vehicles owned by the City. This includes, but is not limited to, the maintenance and repairing vehicle and equipment, emergency response vehicles, hand-operated power tools and machinery, and assisting with upkeep and maintenance of the shop.

Key Accountabilities

Provides operational and mechanical expertise in the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of:
- Maintenance and repair of all licensed and non-licensed vehicles such as emergency response vehicle, hand-operated power tools, trucks, trailers, graders, snowplows, sanders; diagnoses equipment problems and determines necessary repairs and methods; performs regular testing; manages all logs.
- Upkeep and maintenance of Fleet Services: ensures tidy workspace, organization of tools, garage space and tool storage areas on a regular basis.
Maintains documentation of activities, scheduled operations and maintenance activities; collects data for effective budgeting initiatives.
Appropriate and responsible use of confidential information; maintains confidentiality and security of all information related to the City.
Ensures a safe and healthy work environment for staff, visitors, the community and stakeholders, e.g., participates in workplace safety initiatives, participate in formal and informal worksite safety and environment inspections and audits, ensures compliance with the City’s Health and Safety Management System, reports and assists in the analysis of near misses or incidents.
Participates as a member of the Chestermere Emergency Response team in preparing and enabling the community to respond in the event of a local or regional disaster.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of this position.

Required Education And Experience

Enrolled in an Automotive apprenticeship or commitment to enroll
1 years of related and progressive mechanical experience.

Required Certifications And/or Documentation

Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence and Drive’s Abstract deemed satisfactory by the City.
Criminal Record Check deemed satisfactory by the City.

Expected Skills And Attributes

Strong mechanical aptitude.
Working knowledge of and ability to operate a variety of equipment.
Working knowledge of the City’s OH&S guidelines.
Strong work ethic and highly motivated; ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond to action requests in a timely manner.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to maintain communication to anticipate and prevent potential problems; develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships.
Basic knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
Basic personal tools and tool storage considered an asset

Working Conditions

Normal fleet conditions; frequent and repetitive motions and positions such as standing, crouching, kneeling, bending; exposure to dirt, oil, grease, etc., often outdoors.
On-call shift rotation which will require work in the evenings, on weekends and holidays.
Some travel throughout the region may be required, occasionally in inclement weather.
Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

Union: CUPE Local 5592

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Location: Community Operations

Compensation: Pay Grade will be determined by position placement.

Pay: $25.974/hr. (you'll find the detailed information in Appendix A of the draft collective agreement)

Days of Work: Monday to Friday

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Responsibilities

Assist senior technicians with inspections, diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance of the City’s vehicles, equipment, and tools. Maintain the fleet shop and service records, support workplace safety and emergency response readiness, and help identify necessary repairs.

Requirements

Applicants must be enrolled in an automotive apprenticeship or committed to enrolling, and have one year of related mechanical experience. A valid Class 5 driver’s licence, a satisfactory driving abstract and criminal record check, mechanical aptitude, and basic Microsoft Office knowledge are required.

Skills

Automotive Maintenance
Vehicle Diagnostics
Vehicle Repair
Mechanical Aptitude
Equipment Operation
Oil Changes
Tire Rotations
Fluid Checks
Battery Testing
Workplace Safety
Documentation
Attention To Detail
Communication
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook

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Keywords

Automotive Apprenticeship
Fleet Services
Vehicle Inspections
Diagnostics
Vehicle Repair
Preventive Maintenance
Oil Changes
Tire Rotations
Fluid Checks
Battery Testing
Emergency Response Vehicles
Power Tools
Trucks
Trailers
Graders
Snowplows
Sanders
Equipment Testing
Maintenance Logs
Budgeting Data
Occupational Health And Safety
Safety Inspections
Incident Reporting
Class 5 Driver’s Licence
Criminal Record Check
Microsoft Office
Word
Excel
Outlook
Tool Storage

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