Mechanical Apprentice

**An exciting opportunity exists at Mainroad Mid-Island Contracting LP for a Mechanical Apprentice **_**who has completed their pre-apprenticeship**_ **to join our team This full-time opportunity would be based in our yard in Parksville, BC and would report to the Equipment Manager.**

Mainroad Mid-Island Contracting LP is responsible for servicing the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure’s 10-year contract for Service Area 2 covering Central Vancouver Island roughly between the communities of Chemainus (North Cowichan) and Bowser (Regional District of Nanaimo).

Mainroad Mid-Island Contracting LP is part of the Mainroad Group, which is an employee-owned company recognized as a leader in providing innovative, safe and reliable maintenance, products and construction services for civil infrastructure across Canada.
- High School Diploma (or equivalent) is required.
- **Completion of pre-apprenticeship is required (commercial transport, heavy-duty, or automotive)**:

- Valid Class 5 or 7 Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract is required.
- Proficient in using computer software and programs (GMS/ Focus software) is required.
- Thorough knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Act and Regulations.
- Ability to acquire and record accurate information.
- Willing to work in all weather conditions.
- Capable of performing heavy physical labour.
- Ability to work within a team environment.
- Positive attitude with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Safety conscious.
- Dedicated and committed.

**Job duties include, but are not limited to the following**:

- Ensures a wide range of Company vehicles and equipment, as assigned, are repaired and/or receive the specified maintenance in accordance with established standards.
- Maintains knowledge and skills at a level which enables ongoing effectiveness in handling all aspects of the work.
- Ensures co-workers, customers and members of the general public receive co-operation, service and respect at all times.
- Provides complete and timely records as required by Company policies and guidelines.
- Ensures all assigned tools and equipment are accounted for and are properly maintained.
- Performs other related duties and special assignments as required and assigned.

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Have you completed a pre-apprenticeship in either commercial transport, heavy-duty, or automotive?

**Experience**:

- FOCUS Software: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 or 7 (required)

Work Location: One location