Skilled trades jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 26, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 10,177
Employers: 4,501

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $34.43Across 3,207 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $81,255Across 83 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $49.88Across 29 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%14 listings
Hybrid: 2%209 listings
On-site: 96%9,765 listings

Not specified: 2% (189 listings)

Employers hiring include Canada Post - Postes Canada (329), Bridgepoint Maintenance (175), Royal York Property Management (172).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Skilled trades jobs in Canada

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mechanic helper
Connect Transport Ltd.
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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MH
industrial mechanic
Metex Heat Treating Ltd.
Brampton, ON
- Full-time
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machinist
Techniprodec
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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HA
automotive service technician apprentice
Halton Autolease Inc
Burlington, ON
- Full-time
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CT
mechanic helper
Coast Truck & Trailer Repair Ltd.
Surrey, BC
- Full-time
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FT
diesel mechanic
FRC Transport Ltd
Surrey, BC
- Full-time
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automotive service technician
Mr. lube
Burnaby, BC
- Full-time
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AS
Journeyman Carpenter
ATCO Structures
Kamloops, BC
- Full-time
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Rural and Suburban Mail Carrier, On-call Relief
Canada Post - Postes Canada
Val-d'Or, QC
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RS
Plumber (Permanent)
Richmond School District No. 38
Richmond, BC
- Full-time
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VH
Licensed Plumber for Residential or Light Commercial
Vancouver Handyman Services
New Westminster, BC
- $60 to $90 USD / hour
- Full-time
…Metro Vancouver, BC is seeking an experienced Plumber. This skilled craftsman would ideally have a variety of home improvement skills to support the growth of our business. Handyman…
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VH
Licensed Plumber for Residential or Light Commercial
Vancouver Handyman Services
Richmond, BC
- $60 to $90 USD / hour
- Full-time
…Metro Vancouver, BC is seeking an experienced Plumber. This skilled craftsman would ideally have a variety of home improvement skills to support the growth of our business. Handyman…
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VH
Licensed Plumber for Residential or Light Commercial
Vancouver Handyman Services
Burnaby, BC
- $60 to $90 USD / hour
- Full-time
…Metro Vancouver, BC is seeking an experienced Plumber. This skilled craftsman would ideally have a variety of home improvement skills to support the growth of our business. Handyman…
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VH
Licensed Plumber for Residential or Light Commercial
Vancouver Handyman Services
Delta, BC
- $60 to $90 USD / hour
- Full-time
…Metro Vancouver, BC is seeking an experienced Plumber. This skilled craftsman would ideally have a variety of home improvement skills to support the growth of our business. Handyman…
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VH
Licensed Plumber for Residential or Light Commercial
Vancouver Handyman Services
Maple Ridge, BC
- $60 to $90 USD / hour
- Full-time
…Metro Vancouver, BC is seeking an experienced Plumber. This skilled craftsman would ideally have a variety of home improvement skills to support the growth of our business. Handyman…
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VH
Licensed Plumber for Residential or Light Commercial
Vancouver Handyman Services
Surrey, BC
- Full-time
…Metro Vancouver, BC is seeking an experienced Plumber. This skilled craftsman would ideally have a variety of home improvement skills to support the growth of our business. Handyman…
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VH
Licensed Plumber for Residential or Light Commercial
Vancouver Handyman Services
Coquitlam, BC
- Full-time
…Metro Vancouver, BC is seeking an experienced Plumber. This skilled craftsman would ideally have a variety of home improvement skills to support the growth of our business. Handyman…
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VH
Licensed Plumber for Residential or Light Commercial
Vancouver Handyman Services
North Vancouver, BC
- $60 to $90 USD / hour
- Full-time
…Metro Vancouver, BC is seeking an experienced Plumber. This skilled craftsman would ideally have a variety of home improvement skills to support the growth of our business. Handyman…
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VH
Licensed Plumber for Residential or Light Commercial
Vancouver Handyman Services
Vancouver, British Columbia
- Full-time
…Metro Vancouver, BC is seeking an experienced Plumber. This skilled craftsman would ideally have a variety of home improvement skills to support the growth of our business. Handyman…
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CNC Machinist - Rotational Shifts only + Benefits package + Paid time off +Shift Premium+ RRSP benefits
Husky Technologies
Bolton, ON
- Full-time
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RS
HVAC Technician
Richmond School District No. 38
Richmond, BC
- Full-time
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GC
Mobile Maintenance Electrician
Glencore Canada
Sparwood, BC
- $128,000 to $134,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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CO
Journeyperson Carpenter
City of Saint John
Saint John, NB
- Full-time
The City of Saint John is seeking to recruit a highly skilled, team orientated and motivated Journeyperson Carpenter to join our Asset & Energy Management team. The Journeyperson Carpenter…
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VH
Electrician - Licensed
Vancouver Handyman Services
North Vancouver, BC
- $60 to $90 USD / hour
- Full-time
…Metro Vancouver, BC is seeking an experienced Electrician. This skilled craftsman would ideally have a variety of home improvement skills to support the growth of our business. Handyman…
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EG
Welder Journeyperson
Equinox Gold Corp.
Geraldton, ON
- Full-time

MW ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING LIMITED

Electrical Apprentice

Lasalle, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 29, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 4, 2026

Original job description

Employment Position

Electrical Apprentice

Apprenticeship

Up to ┬ú34,640

Monday - Friday

What YouÔÇÖll Be Doing

Reading and interpreting electrical drawings, Method Data Sheets (MDS), and guidance information.
Conducting electrical testing on a variety of systems, including 12v, 24v, 110v, 240v, and 440v.
Executing various crimping techniques and performing soldering as required.
Carrying out electrical installations, maintenance, and defect rectifications in line with project schedules to ensure customer quality standards are met.
Installing, testing, and maintaining communications equipment such as VHF radios, intercoms, GPS, and AIS systems.
Performing fault diagnosis and defect rectifications on electrical systems.
Conducting detailed inspections and being proficient in using various measurement tools.
Utilising calibrating measurement equipment to ensure accurate system functionality.

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Your Skills And Experience

Completed an appropriate trade apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in a relevant field (e.g., naval, electrical).
A clear understanding of electrical installation drawings.
Awareness of Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) risks and how to mitigate them.
Familiarity with various manufacturing processes.
Comfortable working in confined spaces and/or at heights.
Possession of relevant safety certifications such as SHE Induction, COSHH Awareness, and Working at Height.
Experience in the marine, offshore, construction, or manufacturing environments is highly desirable.

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Key Requirements

Enthusiastic and eager to learn in a hands-on environment.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work as part of a team and independently when required.

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Application Process

To apply for this position, please submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.

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Responsibilities

Read electrical drawings and guidance documents, test electrical systems, and carry out installations, maintenance, inspections, and defect rectifications. Install and maintain marine communications equipment, diagnose faults, and use calibrated measurement tools to verify system functionality.

Requirements

The posting asks for a relevant electrical or naval trade apprenticeship or equivalent qualification, understanding of electrical installation drawings, and awareness of safety, health, and environmental risks. Candidates should be eager to learn, detail-oriented, able to work independently and in a team, and comfortable in confined spaces or at heights; relevant safety certifications and experience in marine, offshore, construction, or manufacturing settings are desirable.

Skills

Electrical Drawing Interpretation
Electrical Testing
Crimping
Soldering
Electrical Installation
Electrical Maintenance
Fault Diagnosis
Defect Rectification
Communications Equipment Installation
Inspection
Measurement Tools
Calibration
Problem-Solving
Teamwork
Attention to Detail
Safety Risk Mitigation

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Keywords

Electrical Apprenticeship
Electrical Drawings
Method Data Sheets
Electrical Testing
12V Systems
24V Systems
110V Systems
240V Systems
440V Systems
Crimping
Soldering
Electrical Installation
Electrical Maintenance
Fault Diagnosis
Defect Rectification
VHF Radios
Intercoms
GPS
AIS Systems
Measurement Tools
Calibration Equipment
Safety, Health, And Environment
COSHH Awareness
Working At Height
Confined Spaces
Marine
Offshore
Construction
Manufacturing

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