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310T Truck & Coach Apprentice – Ottawa East

Location: 1815 Bantree Street, Ottawa, Ontario
Position Type: Permanent Full-Time (Afternoon Shift)
Reporting to: Shop Foreperson
Start Date: Immediately
Hours: Monday to Friday, 3:00pm to 12:00am
Compensation: $27.58 - $41.36 plus $3.00 shift premium per hour

About Miller Waste Systems:
Founded in 1961, Miller Waste Systems is a proudly Canadian, family-owned company with 65 years of experience providing waste management and diversion services to municipalities, businesses, and industries across Ontario, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick.

Today, Miller Waste operates collection fleets, recycling facilities, transfer stations, and composting operations that help communities manage waste responsibly while recovering valuable resources from the waste stream.

Miller Waste has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 16 consecutive years, a distinction that reflects our commitment to strong leadership, operational excellence, and a culture that values our people.

At Miller Waste, our people are our greatest strength. We provide a safe workplace, competitive compensation, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to build a long-term career with a company that is trusted by the communities it serves.

Summary:
The 310T Truck & Coach Apprentice is responsible for performing maintenance and repairs on a variety of company vehicles to meet both Ministry and company standards. The successful candidate’s expertise in diagnosing and repairing hydraulic and electrical systems, combined with strong problem-solving skills, will ensure reliable fleet performance and exceptional service throughout the Ottawa region.

Responsibilities:
In the position of 310T Truck & Coach Apprentice, your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
• Complete the service maintenance and repairs of all Company vehicles to both Ministry and Company standards and procedures.
• Diagnose and resolve faults efficiently to minimize equipment downtime.
• Repair waste vehicles and trucks, troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical systems, and perform road tests on serviced vehicles/equipment.
• Complete work orders using available tools and equipment.
• Read and interpret manufacturer/operator manuals.
• Maintain accurate service records and files for vehicle maintenance.
• Respond to “on-road” service calls as required.
• Conduct preventative vehicle maintenance according to established MWS policies and procedures.
• Ensure all equipment, vehicles, and work areas comply with safety policies and regulations at all times.
• Additional projects and duties as assigned.

Competencies & Qualifications:
• Adhere to Miller Waste safety protocols and be familiar with the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Experience diagnosing and resolving faults, with hands-on expertise in repairing and maintaining hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Successful candidates must be a registered 310T apprentice, along with any other required licences.
• Must have at least a valid 'G' Driver’s Licence, DZ Licence would be an asset.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment and work effectively within a team.
• You must be flexible and available to work outside of the regular schedule when there are delays in the truck schedule; you may be required to work outside regular scheduled hours and on rare occasions, weekend work.

Posting closing date: This posting will remain active until it has been filled.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence is not used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.

We realize that you may not feel you have every qualification listed and that working to secure a career can be stressful. If you feel that you meet most of the company’s needs and that your passion for your work adds value to a growing company, we would still love to hear from you.

Miller Waste Systems is committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.

We are committed to providing person with disabilities with equal opportunities and standards of goods and services and are fully compliant with applicable provincial Disabilities Acts.

Miller Waste Systems strives to be an employer of choice. As a proudly Canadian, privately owned and operated Waste Company we have over 65 years’ experience of providing quality service to all our customers. We have been successful in achieving this goal by providing a family and employee centric environment at all our locations. We provide industry leading work environment and compensation, benefits, and pension programs.