Bison Transport

Trucking and logistics provider across Canada–U.S.

Apprentice Technician 1

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenanceUpdated on Nov 15

InternshipMississauga, ON, CanadaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Be a registered apprentice with the Provincial Training Board.
Have passed the apprenticeship entry exam.
Have graduated from a recognized certificate program, such as Truck and Transport Technician or Heavy Duty Technician, and desire to obtain a journeyman certificate.
Have basic computer skills.
Hold a valid Class G driver's license.
Have mechanical aptitude and the ability to diagnose problems and manage time effectively.
Be able to perform the stated physical duties, including standing, walking on level and uneven surfaces, twisting, bending, pushing, pulling, crouching, climbing stairs, crawling, grasping, dragging, lifting, and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Be able to work above shoulder level with power and/or hand tools weighing up to 15 pounds and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

Work safely and perform preventive maintenance on the Bison fleet.
Maintain equipment by diagnosing problems found during inspections and prescribing the correct remedial action.
Repair issues identified during pre-trip/post-trip or quick-check inspections and preventive maintenance.
Perform repairs in a timely, effective, and efficient manner with guidance from a licensed technician.
Enter work orders.
Clean the shop, attend team meetings, and perform other miscellaneous repairs on Bison Transport equipment.

Desired Qualifications

Previous experience with all types and makes of tractors and trailers is an asset.

The Apprentice Technician I is responsible for the company’s performance in terms of efficient effective and timely repairs and maintenance on the Bison Transport fleet. The Apprentice is expected to be a team player in the Maintenance Department. They must be able to follow direction from the licensed technician to diagnose and repair recurring problems and effectively communicate these to other members of the Maintenance Team. Good communication skills and a professional attitude are basic requirements.

Responsibilities:

Involves working safely and performing preventative maintenances on all Bison fleet.
Performing maintenance on equipment, this involves diagnosing problems that are found during these inspections and prescribing the correct remedial action.
Performing repairs that are diagnosed during the pre/post trip or quick check inspection and preventative maintenance.
Performing repairs in a timely, effective and efficient manner with the guidance of the licensed technician.
Entering work orders
Shop clean-up, attending team meetings and performing other miscellaneous repairs on Bison Transport equipment.

Qualifications:

Registered Apprentice with the Provincial Training Board
Passed the Apprenticeship entry exam
Graduation from a recognized certificate program (ex. Truck and Transport Technician, Heavy Duty Technician), and the desire to obtain your Journeyman's certificate
Must have basic computer skills
Must have a valid class G drivers license,
Must be self-motivated, and strong mechanical aptitude.
Demonstrated diagnosing and time‐management abilities
May stand and walk on level and uneven surfaces, twist, bend, push, pull, crouch, climb stairs, bend and crawl, grasp, drag, lift and carry items weighing 50 lbs or less
Previous experience with all types and makes of tractors and trailers is an asset
May work above shoulder level with power and /or hand tools weighing 15 pounds or less and in confined spaces

Shift Schedules availability:

Weekend shift from Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Hours of work are from 6:00-18:30 (top up to 40hrs/wk)

This job is classified under NOC Code: 72410

Why Bison:
•   Thrive in a supportive team that provides coaching and training to help develop your skills and progress your career
•   Dispersed work environments that promote a healthy work-life balance
•   Meaningful and impactful work and projects with an essential service provider
•   Join our engaging Wellness Program & extracurricular sports teams

About Bison:
•   Celebrating over 50 years in Business
•   Active in giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and Charitable Giving
•   Committed to environmental sustainability

Bison Transport is committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.

About the Company

Bison Transport

Trucking and logistics provider across Canada–U.S.

Bison Transport is a large trucking and logistics provider based in Winnipeg, operating a substantial fleet of tractors and trailers to move general freight across Canada and the United States. Its offerings include freight transportation, logistics services, and warehousing, with operations that span across the North American market. The company started with local hauling and expanded through deregulation, growing into a cross-border carrier and logistics provider. It differentiates itself through its long-standing family-led heritage, a broad suite of services (transport, logistics, warehousing), and a scalable cross-border network, which was strengthened by the Walmart relationship in the 1990s and later by joining James Richardson & Sons in 2021 while preserving the Bison brand and management. The goal is to provide reliable, end-to-end logistics solutions for businesses by moving goods efficiently across regions, maintaining family roots within a larger diversified organization.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Winnipeg, Canada
Founded: 1969

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