Shop Helper / Apprentice

The Opportunity

Responsible for providing support to the service department as well as to branch operations including, but not limited to, technician support, shop maintenance, cleaning, organizing and other labor duties.

The Role

• Assists Technicians with repairs. Cleaning/organizing of parts and components.


• Performs regular maintenance in the service department, which may include sweeping floors, emptying trash, and cleaning service vehicles


• Performs yard clean up and snow removal as needed


• Assists maintenance department as required


• Conducts forklift inspections in accordance with organizational health and safety policies and procedures


• Operates all company equipment with due care and diligence


• Shops inventory list on a weekly basis


• Supports other business activities as required


• Understands and adheres to all organizational health and safety policies and procedures and ensures the safety of self and others

The Candidate

• Education: High School; Forklift Certification an asset


• Work Experience: 6-12 months


• Knowledge: Basic knowledge of mechanics/mechanical abilities are required.


• Starters will be considered with appropriate background and experience


• 1^st/2^nd year Millwright apprentice

The Company

Since 1858, Wajax has been a leading industrial products and solutions provider continually innovating to serve Canadian industry coast-to-coast. We work in an extensive range of industries and core sectors of the Canadian economy including energy and renewables, food and beverage, construction, industrial/commercial, transportation, forestry, mining, metal processing, and oil and gas – to name a few. Everything we do is powered by people passionate about making a difference and who are dedicated to driving Canadian industry forward. People who provide the experience and expertise that support the industries that build our cities, power our businesses, put a roof over our heads and food on our tables.

Wajax offers a total compensation package that includes competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, learning and development, as well as some unique additional “perks.”

Highlights include:

• Competitive health and dental benefits with no waiting period for eligibility (100% employer paid premiums), plus health spending account.


• Wajax led e-learning, and product training through industry leading manufacturers.


• Exclusive discounts with a variety of manufacturers and service providers such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Dell, TELUS, a group mortgage, home & auto insurance program, pet insurance, footwear & workwear, fitness membership, perkopolis, and more.


• Recognition program where points are earned for merchandise or gift certificates, plus cash awards.


• Company matched pension plan


• Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program

By working with Wajax, you become part of an inclusive and diverse team that is dedicated to innovation and teamwork. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities across Canada in which we do business. As an equal opportunity employer, please inform us if any accommodation is required if contacted for an interview.

As a condition of employment, final candidates will be subject to pre-screening.