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Heavy Duty Mechanic – Apprentice

@ Calfrac Well Services

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Red Deer, Alberta

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Overview

Calfrac Well Services is hiring a Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice for its Maintenance Department to diagnose and repair well-servicing equipment. The role includes preventative maintenance, paperwork, and possible remote field work. The posting offers health and dental benefits from day one, paid vacation, RRSP matching, and an 8-days-on, 6-days-off schedule.

Responsibilities:

  • Repair and maintain well-servicing equipment in a timely manner
  • Complete maintenance inspections and record deficiencies
  • Keep repair paperwork accurate and on time
  • Verify repairs and attend pre-job and safety meetings
  • Participate in equipment modifications, campaigns and recalls

Requirements summary:

  • Working toward Journeyperson Heavy Duty, Millwright or Automotive certification
  • Valid Class 5 driver's licence or equivalent
  • Satisfactory driver's abstract
  • CVIP / DOT inspection certification an asset
  • High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools & skills

Personal protective equipmentInspectionJourneypersonMillwrightClass 5 licence

Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalRetirement planPaid time off
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2026-10-28
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2026-11-04

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Travelground: moderate
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
Licences & certificationsClass 5, CVIP, DOT inspection
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checksdriving record
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples
EducationHigh school (preferred), Trade certificate (required)
Fields of studyHeavy Duty Mechanics, Millwright, Automotive
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Employee discount

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Calfrac Well Services

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Calfrac Well Services provides pressure pumping, coiled tubing, and cementing services.

Full company description

Calfrac is a leading provider of specialized oilfield services with headquarters in Calgary, Canada. Based on horsepower, Calfrac is one of the largest hydraulic fracturing companies in the world with a combined fleet of 1.2 million horsepower. Calfrac operates in North America and Argentina. Services include hydraulic fracturing, coiled tubing, cementing and other well stimulation techniques designed to help increase the production of oil and natural gas.

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Reported office locations
  • 407 8 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 1E5, CA
Business categories
  • Renewable Energy
  • Oil and Gas
  • Energy
Other recorded names
  • Calfrac Well Services
Specialties
  • Pressure Pumping
  • Coiled Tubing
  • Well Stimulation
  • Cementing
  • and Oil Field Service
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Reported total investment
24,943,876

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Calfrac is a leading provider of specialized oilfield services with headquarters in Calgary, Canada. Based on horsepower, Calfrac is one of the largest hydraulic fracturing companies in the world with a combined fleet of 1.2 million horsepower. Calfrac operates in North America and Argentina. Services include hydraulic fracturing, coiled tubing, cementing and other well stimulation techniques designed to help…

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IndustryOil and Gas
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersCalgary, Alberta
Organization typePublic Company
Year founded1999
SpecialtiesPressure PumpingCoiled TubingWell StimulationCementingand Oil Field Service
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Job description

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC - APPRENTICE - LOCAL

At Calfrac, we take pride in our commitment to safety, efficiency and exceptional customer service. To uphold that standard, we look for people who share our vision and can help strengthen our reputation.

OUR CULTURE

At Calfrac, we believe in being an active part of the communities where we operate. Throughout the year, we support community initiatives through volunteerism and donations. Whenever possible, our efforts focus on organizations and programs related to the environment, education, Indigenous initiatives, arts and culture, and community sport.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Heavy Duty Mechanic – Apprentice will be a member of the Maintenance Department responsible for daily repairs and preventative maintenance of Calfrac’s well-servicing equipment. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Heavy Duty Mechanic - Apprentice will focus on diagnosing and repairing equipment in a timely and effective manner.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work safely in accordance with all company safety policies, procedures, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements
  • Repair and maintain all Calfrac equipment in a timely and effective manner
  • Ensure that all paperwork is completed both accurately and on time
  • Verify repairs and ensure they are completed and documented
  • Complete maintenance inspections
  • Record all equipment deficiencies
  • Remote field work may be required
  • Must attend all pre-job meetings and attend safety meetings when required
  • Participate in equipment modifications, campaigns & recalls

WE OFFER

  • Health and dental benefits – day one of employment
  • Paid vacation
  • Retirement plan (RRSP) employer matching
  • Competitive compensation and employee rewards
  • Well-maintained, high-tech equipment
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Position-specific PPE provided to all new hires
  • Fuel discount card
  • Home and auto insurance preferred rates

SCHEDULE

Eight (8) days on and six (6) days off

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Working towards completion of the Journeyperson Heavy Duty, Millwright or Automotive Certification
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s licence or equivalent required
  • Satisfactory drivers abstract required
  • Certified to complete CVIP / DOT inspections would be considered an asset
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


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