Posted 3 months ago
Heavy Equipment Technician - 2nd Year Apprentice
@ Border Paving Ltd.
Red Deer, Alberta
Overview
Border Paving Ltd. is hiring a second-year heavy equipment technician apprentice to help inspect, maintain and repair trucks, trailers and construction equipment. The work is mostly in the shop, with some field service and overnight travel, plus overtime and weekends during the construction season. The posting states competitive wages, benefits, profit sharing and a company share ownership program.
Pay:
From $27.30 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Assist inspection, maintenance and repair of trucks and off-road equipment
- Support troubleshooting of electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems
- Perform preventive maintenance and assist with breakdowns
- Maintain accurate maintenance records
- Assist in field service, including occasional overnight travel
Requirements summary:
- Registered 2nd Year Heavy Equipment Technician Apprentice or equivalent
- Some mechanical knowledge and willingness to learn
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence with clean abstract
- Basic welding knowledge is an asset
- Strong work ethic, reliability and attention to detail
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, overtime, weekends, overnight |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Warehouse, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Class 5 |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus, Stock or equity, Paid training |
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Border Paving Ltd.
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Full company description
Border Paving Ltd is a company based out of 6711 Golden West AVE, Red Deer, Alberta, Canada.
- LinkedIn followers
- 223
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 103
- Reported office locations
- 6711 Golden West AVE, Red Deer, Alberta T4P 1A7, CA
- 931 Boulder Blvd, Stony Plain, Alberta T7Z 0E7, CA
- 252 E River Rd, Hinton, Alberta T7V 2G3, CA
- 4217 41 St, Camrose, Alberta T4V 3V8, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Residential
- Building Material
- Commercial
- Project Management
- Other recorded names
- Border Paving Ltd.
- Border Paving Ltd
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Border Paving Ltd is a company based out of 6711 Golden West AVE, Red Deer, Alberta, Canada.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Red Deer, Alberta |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1955 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 16 |
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For more than 70 years, Border Paving Ltd. has played a key role in building and maintaining Alberta's infrastructure. From highways and roadways to complex construction projects, our reputation has been built on quality workmanship, safety and long-standing relationships with our customers and the communities we work in.
The Heavy Equipment Technician – 2nd Year Apprentice supports the inspection, maintenance, and repair of trucks, trailers and construction equipment. Working under the guide of experienced technicians, this role helps keep our fleet operating safely and reliably throughout the construction season. This position is primarily shop based, with opportunities to assist in the field when required.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of truck, trailer combinations and various off road equipment including compaction equipment, dozers, excavators, graders, loaders and paving equipment
- Support troubleshooting of electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
- Perform preventative maintenance and assist with repairs and breakdowns
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
- Assist in field service work when required, including occasional overnight travel
- Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a safe work environment
- Work overtime and weekends during the construction season as required
Qualifications
- Registered 2nd Year Heavy Equipment Technician Apprentice (or equivalent)
- Some mechanical knowledge with a willingness to learn and develop skills
- Interest in electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems
- Basic welding knowledge and skills is an asset
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License with clean abstract (Valid Class 1 License is an asset)
- Strong work ethic, reliability and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
What We Offer
- Competitive wages based on experience
- Benefits
- Profit sharing
- Company Share Ownership Program
- Ongoing training and development
- Opportunities for advancement
- Steady work during the construction season
Many of our leaders started in field or entry level roles and we believe strongly in promoting from within. We invest in people who demonstrate drive, integrity and leadership.
With over seven decades in business, Border Paving Ltd. offers long term stability, consistent work and opportunities for growth. If you're looking to build a career with a company that values hard work, reliability and continuous improvement, we would like to hear from you.
Border Paving Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a respectful and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
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