Job Posting Title First Year Apprentice - Heavy Duty Mechanic (Shop)
FinningPosted October 5, 2026
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About this job
Company:
Finning CanadaNumber of Openings:
2Worker Type:
PermanentPosition Overview:
Want to forge your Heavy Duty future working on CAT equipment?We are taking on apprentices to join our busy team in Lethbridge.
You will work alongside an experienced Journeyperson and become an integral part of our team.
Schedule: 7x7 Continuous Day Shift
Location: Lethbridge
Terms: Permanent Full-Time
Job Description:
Basic Functions:
- Repair machines and perform a variety of service oriented functions
Qualifications:
- Willing to work towards Heavy Equipment Technician Certification.
- Successfully meet Finning’s educational and testing prerequisites.
- Completion of grade 12 (not including a general equivalent diploma)
- Meet the requirements of article 5.02 of the Alberta Collective Agreement
- Highly motivated and mechanically inclined
Strong assets will include:
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Previous Caterpillar experience and basic computer skills
Union Membership: You are required to become a member of the Union associated with this position. This will be effective immediately and will result in union dues being deducted from your pay. The terms and conditions of your employment will be governed by the collective agreement.
At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.