Journeyperson Helper

Time left to apply End Date: March 8, 2025 (12 days left to apply)

Job requisition id R-2025-161

Company:

Finning Canada

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

Journeyperson Helper to support our industry leading team in Whitehorse (5 x 2 Monday to Friday). You will be responsible for a variety of limited skilled duties in a service-oriented environment.

The Journeyperson Helper role is ideal for individuals who aspire to become Apprentices and eventually skilled Heavy Duty Mechanics.

If you possess strong mechanical and analytical skills; embrace challenges and thrive in an environment that values hard work and integrity, with opportunities for growth and development, Finning Canada may be the next opportunity for you.

What’s In It For You?

• $28.14 Starting Wage
• Location Allowances
• Boot Allowance
• Paid breaks
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employee Share Purchase Plan Options
• RRSP Options
• Overtime & double time hours available

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• General clean up of shop, yard and machines
• Minor repairs and assisting Journeyperson Mechanics as required
• Aid Mechanics with the removal and installation of guards and steaming
• Fueling machines
• Minor service of machines (oil changes etc.)
• Attachment maintenance
• General service shop duties
• Sandblasting

Skills and Qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 12
• Completion of a pre-apprenticeship program is an asset
• Mechanically inclined, self-starter ability to follow directions, work well within a team environment and contribute positively to a team
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work successfully under minimal supervision
• Past experience in a maintenance shop environment, mechanical experience, and Forklift certification would be considered assets

Notes:

• Hourly rate: $28.14 - $32.35 / hour (allowances and premiums available)
• This position is located at our Whitehorse branch on 5x2 Shift
• All shift changes will be in accordance with the collective agreement
• A condition of employment may be the ability to be fit tested and the ability to wear a respirator

Union Membership: You are required to become a member of the Union associated with this position. This will be effective immediately and will result in union dues being deducted from your pay. The terms and conditions of your employment will be governed by the collective agreement.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

About Us

Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications.

Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world-wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

OUR DIVISIONS

• Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT.
• Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, and a portion of Nunavut.
• Finning South America is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia.
• Finning UK and Ireland is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
• Rental of equipment is facilitated through the dealership locations as well as The Cat Rental Store locations in Finning Canada and Finning South America.
• OEM Remanufacturing - OEM, a Finning enterprise, is one of North America's most advanced engine and powertrain component remanufacturing providers and is located in Edmonton, Alberta.