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machinist apprentice

Posted on June 17, 2025 by Employer details Edmonton Exchanger

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Edmonton Exchanger is a one-stop shop for manufacturing and maintenance, supplying pressure vessel components, field services, machining, heat exchangers, custom fabrication, and pipe fabrication. We are searching for an energetic, self-motivated individual to apprentice in our machine shop. Edmonton Exchanger features a diverse range of machining capabilities, including lathes and both vertical and horizontal boring mills. Our machine shop was designed to handle large-diameter components and boasts equipment that is some of the largest of its kind. Edmonton Exchanger is a family-owned business, and we run our company accordingly. We value the people who work for us and have a great work environment. We offer an attractive compensation and benefit package as summarized below: o Beginner rate - $22.64/hour o 1st year apprentice rate - $26.67/hour o 2nd year apprentice rate - $33.49/hour o 3rd year apprentice rate - $40.18/hour o Journeyman rate - $44.65 to $49.45/hour ? depending on experience level o 5% Statutory Holiday pay o 4% Vacation pay for first year ? increases to 6% after one year o $3.50 Hourly RRSP Contribution after 3 months o $2.71 Hourly Equivalent of Health/Dental/STD/LTD Benefits Package after 3 months *Reporting Relationships* The individual will report directly to the Machine Shop foreman. *Principal Duties, Responsibilities, and Accountability* The successful candidate will hold a CNC Machinist Certificate from NAIT or a comparable certificate from another institution. We will also consider applicants who have started an apprenticeship program elsewhere. A successful candidate will be required to learn to operate a diverse mix of manual and CNC equipment. *Qualifications* The following qualifications are desirable to ensure success in this position · Strong focus on safety, integrity, and reliability · Take direction and execute jobs as instructed · Self-motivated · Willing to work swing shift when required, which is 2 weeks on 7:30 am to 4:00 pm shift and 2 weeks on 4:00 pm to 12:30 am shift on a rotating basis. *Expectations/Competencies* _The Machinist Apprentice is expected to model the following key leadership behaviors: _ ? *Accountability ? *Takes personal ownership and responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work commitments; follows EDEX policies and guidelines, professional standards, principles/values; is results-focused and consistently demonstrates reliability ? *Integrity ? *Takes responsibility for actions and decisions; aligns actions and words; demonstrates honest and ethical behaviours in all EDEX?s related business transactions; adheres to EDEX?s principles/values; and holds Leadership Team accountable in modeling behaviours/actions consistent with these principles/values ? *Planning and Organizing ?* Values and actively leads and engages in EDEX planning processes; establishes measurable goals and links decisions to goal achievement; uses shared values and vision to inspire others to optimum contribution and performance; focuses on what is most essential to achieve EDEX?s future direction and operational plans; demonstrates determination and commitment to execute future direction plans and achieving goals ? *Communications ?* Establishes and maintains positive communication with the Leadership Team and EDEX employees; communicates expectations and requirements; reports and/or requests actions, and provides information effectively; consistently conveys EDEX information including goals/targets to employees; utilizes methods that match the message and audience; encourages others to contribute and communicate openly ? *Teamwork ?* Promotes and enables cooperation and commitment throughout the EDEX; positively affects morale; facilitates/builds understanding, acceptance, and support for EDEX goals and initiatives; fosters a ?team? culture ? *Continuous Improvement ?* Strives to improve job responsibilities effectiveness through developing skills, increasing kn