Apprentice Heavy Equipment Technician

About Us

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our clients. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE, where we step up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

Join us as a Heavy Equipment Maintenance Apprentice, where you’ll gain hands-on experience maintaining and repairing a wide range of off-road equipment

This role is based out of Saskatoon SK.

The Team

You'll learn from experienced professionals in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment and work toward becoming a skilled Heavy Equipment Technician

Work Environment

This position is a full-time permanent role and is shop-based but will require time outside in the yard and potential trips to the field.

A Day in The Life

As an apprentice, you’ll be mentored by skilled technicians. Your role will evolve as your skills grow, with opportunities to take on more responsibility. This role will assist in ensuring that all work in the shop is completed in a safe and timely fashion and that a clean, organized work site is maintained.

Preventive Maintenance & Repairs
Assist in scheduling, performing, and learning routine maintenance like oil and filter changes, inspections, and diagnostics on heavy trucks, trailers, and off-road machinery.

Hands-On Mechanical Skills
Air & hydraulic systems

Power & drive train mechanics

Steering and suspension systems

Heavy equipment attachments

One-off repair solutions and diagnostics

Shop & Yard Operations
Support general upkeep of the shop and yard, ensuring tools and equipment are properly handled and maintained in a clean, safe workspace.

Team Leadership Shadowing
Observe and learn how to lead and delegate workload effectively under the guidance of experienced supervisors.

Safety First
Be part of a team that lives and breathes safety. You’ll participate in safety meetings, site-specific training, and be mentored on all policies and best practices.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Registered Apprentice

A strong interest in heavy equipment or mechanical repair

Willingness to learn and work hard

A team player with a positive attitude and respect for safety

Comfortable working in shop and outdoor environments

Ability to operate or willingness to learn to operate heavy equipment for testing and diagnostics

What's in it for you

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:

• Competitive industry wages, and compensation programs which includes:
• Employer paid benefits: health, dental & more
• Health care spending account
• Employee wellness program
• Employee savings plans
• Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives Our Stories

We believe our team’s strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has a right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support.

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.