Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic - Resolute Bay - Flights - 2/1 Month Rotations
ATCO Frontec is hiring a Heavy Duty Mechanic (4th Year Apprentice) to join its Site Services department in Resolute Bay, NU. This role involves repairing, maintaining, and servicing heavy-duty vehicles and equipment, including diesel-powered trucks, construction machinery, graders, and excavators. The position follows an 8 weeks on, 4 weeks off rotation, with all travel expenses covered. The successful candidate will have strong mechanical expertise, the ability to work in remote and extreme weather conditions, and a commitment to workplace safety.
Position
Field
Trades & TechniciansWork Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
The Heavy Duty Mechanic is responsible for maintaining and repairing heavy-duty equipment in a remote environment.
- Repair, overhaul, maintain, and service diesel-powered vehicles, heavy trucks, graders, dump trucks, and excavators.
- Fabricate, construct, install, and repair equipment and machinery.
- Diagnose equipment issues and determine necessary repairs.
- Continuously improve operations to decrease turnaround times and streamline workflows.
- Operate additional equipment as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have mechanical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in remote conditions.
- Red Seal Heavy Duty Mechanic certification preferred.
- 4th Year Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice eligible to apply.
- Valid Class 3 driver's license required.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Welding experience (gas and AC/DC) is an asset.
- Experience working in a remote environment is an asset.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety.
- Physically capable of lifting, pulling, and performing strenuous tasks.
- Prepared to work in extreme weather conditions.
- Final candidates must pass a pre-employment alcohol & drug test, fit-to-work medical test, criminal record check, and Security Clearance Check.
Perks and Benefits
Employees will benefit from competitive pay, structured rotations, and comprehensive benefits.
- Camp accommodations and meals provided.
- All travel expenses covered.
- Competitive hourly wage: $35/hr (Apprentice Rate) and $40-$45/hr (Red Seal).
- 6% vacation pay.
- Comprehensive benefits, including dental coverage.
- Pension plan and Group RRSP.
- Employee Share Purchase Plan.
Worksite/Project
Resolute Bay Arctic Operations
Resolute Bay, located in Nunavut, Canada, serves as a strategic hub for Arctic operations. The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) utilize the Canadian Armed Forces Arctic Training Centre (CAFATC) in Resolute Bay to conduct cold-weather training and operations, ensuring personnel are prepared for the unique challenges of the Arctic environment. ATCO Frontec has been providing a range of site and operational support services in Resolute Bay for over 30 years, including owning and operating two hotels and managing water treatment facilities, highlighting the community's role in supporting Arctic operations.
Resolute Bay Arctic OperationsEmployer Hiring
ATCO Frontec
ATCO Frontec is a provider of operational support services, facilities management, logistics, and remote workforce accommodations, operating as part of ATCO Ltd., a diversified global corporation. The company was formed in 1986 as Frontec Logistics Corp. (short for "Frontier Technologies") to supply technical expertise and logistical support in northern Canada, and has since grown into an international facilities-management and technical-services company. ATCO Frontec specializes in remote, turnkey camp and workforce lodging services — including catering, housekeeping, front-desk and accommodation management, and facility maintenance — along with water and wastewater treatment, power generation, fuel supply, waste management, airfield operations, and disaster and emergency response. It serves clients across the resource, industrial, government, and military sectors, including the Canadian Department of National Defence, the Canadian Armed Forces, and NATO, and has operated in some of the world's most remote and demanding environments, from the Canadian Arctic to overseas deployments.
ATCO Frontec