RAP Student, Heavy Duty Mechanic

The Registered Apprenticeship Program is a modified apprenticeship program that permits a high school student to become an apprentice while attending high school.

A RAP apprentice accumulates hours on-the-job training as credit towards his or her apprenticeship and credit toward a high school diploma. A RAP student can earn up to 1000 hours of time credits toward an apprenticeship and simultaneously earn up to 40 credits toward senior high school diploma requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in maintenance service and repair work
• Assist in repair work within a shop or work environment
• Assist in procuring and receiving parts goods and services for County Departments
• Maintain an organized and clean work environment

Qualifications and Skills:

• Completion of Grade 10 and a minimum age of 15
• Good academic standing in Math Science and English
• Some knowledge of the trade worked on and be prepared to learn on the job
• Ability to be on time and work consistently
• Be enthusiastic and take initiative
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
• Ability to be involved and work in a safe and healthy manner
• Possess aptitude for trade related work and manual dexterity

Who We Are:

Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canadas most livable community where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity respect safety fairness and cooperation.

Why Join Strathcona County:

• Competitive salary
• Employee and family assistance program
• Commitment to employee development through internal and external training and development opportunities
• Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive respectful and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted in the first few weeks of January.