Skilled trades jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 29, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 10,625
Employers: 4,645

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $34.47Across 3,333 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $81,104Across 88 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $50.38Across 30 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%14 listings
Hybrid: 2%212 listings
On-site: 96%10,202 listings

Not specified: 2% (197 listings)

Employers hiring include Canada Post - Postes Canada (354), 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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Underground Heavy Equipment Technician
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Automotive Service Technician (Mississauga Toyota)
Performance Auto Group
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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Electrician-2nd Year
WF Steel & Crane
Nisku, AB
- $29 to $30 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Electrician
University of Victoria
Victoria, BC
- Full-time
Performs tradesperson level skilled work on building electrical maintenance and or new installation work as assigned by supervisor Completes time keeping and recording keeping work…
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Plumbing Apprentice
AIR UNLIMITED INC.
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN - FLAT RATE
Bannister Automotive Group
Penticton 1, BC
- $38.4 to $40 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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General Machinist/Tool and Die Maker
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Brampton, ON
- Full-time
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Apprentice Automotive Technician - Parkland Chrysler
AutoCanada
Spruce Grove, AB
- $36 to $38 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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310T Truck and Coach Technician
Westcan Bulk Transport Ltd .
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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motor vehicle body repairer - metal and paint
Groupe Bibeau Inc.
Saint-Felix-de-Valois, QC
- Full-time
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CONSTRUCTION ELECTRICIAN
Perfection Électrique
Montreal, QC · Greater Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Millwright, Rail Facility Assets
Metrolinx
Canada
- Full-time
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Journeyman Welder
GFL - Sewer Technologies Division
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
GFL Environmental is actively seeking a skilled Journeyman Welder to join our dedicated team in Edmonton, AB!
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Heavy Equipment Technician Apprentice (Shop / Field)
Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited
Airdrie, AB · Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Welder
Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited
Gormley, ON · Stouffville, ON
- Full-time
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Heavy Equipment Technician (Shop / Field)
Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited
Airdrie, AB
- Full-time
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Gas Fitter Apprentice or Journeyperson
Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Heavy Equipment Technician
Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited
Airdrie, AB · Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Gas Fitter (A or B)
Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited
Lethbridge, AB
- Full-time
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Heavy Equipment Technician - Lead Hand
Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited
Kitchener, ON
- Full-time
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Heavy Equipment Technician
Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited
Sudbury, ON
- Full-time
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Small Engine Mechanic
Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited
Red Deer, AB
- Full-time
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Gas Fitter Apprentice
Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited
Lethbridge, AB
- Full-time
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Small Engine Mechanic
Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited
Stayner, ON
- Full-time
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Letter Carrier - Delivery Agent
Canada Post - Postes Canada
Dauphin, MB

Closed listing

Smurfit Westrock

Millwright Apprentice

Ajax, ON, Canada

The hourly rate for this position is $28 -$30/hour. · Full-time

This opening has closed.

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Job details

Pay: The hourly rate for this position is $28 -$30/hour.
Job type: Full-time
Closing date: Oct 21, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 21, 2026

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Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

The Smurfit Westrock Ajax facility is looking for an Industrial Millwright Apprentice to work as part of the maintenance team.

All successful applicants must be able to provide a satisfactory criminal background check and pre-employment medical.

Job Duties

Troubleshoot problems on plant equipment and facilitate and determine maintenance requirements. Ability to go to root cause of problems. Perform proper follow-up on repairs to implement long-term solutions.
Assist with machinery breakdowns on plant equipment, facility, and building. Ability to determine the need for temporary solutions or permanent solutions based on time constraints given by production.
Maintain preventative maintenance programs and ensures regular checks and lubrication on all equipment.
Assist Maintenance Department with maintaining operation of the boiler systems, heating, steam, and energy supply.
Assist in minor electrical repairs and reset safely.
Assists with the installation of plant equipment and occasionally assists in equipment design.
Know what fits are required for various services, including antifriction bearings and be able to make such fits.
Be able to handle heavy equipment safely and have knowledge of foundation work.
Assists in the development of the plant occupational health and safety program.

What You Need To Work At Smurfit Westrock

High school diploma
Enrolled in a millwright apprentice program- completed Industrial Millwright/Mechanical course and pursuing Certification of Industrial Millwright 433A license
Experience in a manufacturing environment considered an asset
Technical knowledge
Positive, can-do attitude/Initiative
Physically fit
Able to work 12 hours continental shifts
Able to work overtime as required.

This posting is for an existing job vacancy. The hourly rate for this position is $28 -$30/hour. To learn more about this posting, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at Smurfit Westrock External Careers and the application window is expected to close by September 30, 2026.

Smurfit Westrock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce. As part of our commitment to accessibility for all people with disabilities, Smurfit Westrock will, upon the request of the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact Smurfit Westrock, Human Resources about your needs and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

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Responsibilities

The Millwright Apprentice will troubleshoot and maintain plant equipment, including boilers and machinery, to ensure operational efficiency. They will also assist in equipment installation, perform preventative maintenance, and support the development of health and safety programs.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a high school diploma and be enrolled in a millwright apprentice program while pursuing a 433A license. Applicants should be physically fit, capable of working 12-hour continental shifts, and possess technical knowledge in a manufacturing environment.

Skills

Troubleshooting
Preventative maintenance
Mechanical repair
Boiler system maintenance
Electrical repair
Equipment installation
Antifriction bearings
Heavy equipment handling
Foundation work
Occupational health and safety
Root cause analysis
Lubrication
Technical knowledge

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Keywords

Millwright
Apprentice
Maintenance
Manufacturing
433A License
Industrial Millwright
Preventative Maintenance
Boiler Systems
Mechanical
Electrical Repairs
Safety
Packaging
Continental Shifts
Equipment Installation
Root Cause Analysis
Antifriction Bearings
Foundation Work
Occupational Health and Safety

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