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Grizzlytrek Group

Apprentice Scaffolder

Edmonton, AB · On-site

CA$30 - CA$38/hr

Apprentice Scaffolder (2nd and 3rd Year) Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta | Full-Time, Permanent Construction and Industrial / Scaffolding | Apprentice, 2nd and 3rd Year | Local and Out of Town Camp ...

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What is an apprentice construction?

An Apprentice Construction job is an entry-level position where individuals receive hands-on training while working under experienced professionals in the construction industry. Apprentices learn essential skills such as reading blueprints, operating tools, and following safety regulations. This role combines on-site work with classroom instruction to develop expertise in various trades like carpentry, electrical work, or plumbing. The apprenticeship typically lasts several years, leading to certification or a journeyman status. It’s a great opportunity for those looking to build a career in construction while earning a wage.

What does an apprentice construction do?

A typical day for an Apprentice Construction worker involves supporting skilled tradespeople with various hands-on tasks such as measuring materials, carrying supplies, operating basic tools, and maintaining job site cleanliness. Apprentices often rotate between different duties, gaining exposure to carpentry, concrete work, framing, and site preparation, while closely observing and learning from more experienced colleagues. In addition to manual work, apprentices attend safety briefings and participate in on-the-job training sessions. The role usually requires early start times and may include working outdoors or in changing weather conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an apprentice construction?

To thrive as an Apprentice Construction worker, you need a foundational understanding of construction techniques, basic math skills, physical stamina, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with common tools such as power drills, saws, and measurement devices, as well as any required safety certifications like OSHA 10, is highly valued. Strong communication, willingness to learn, and reliability are essential soft skills for standing out in this role. These abilities are important to ensure safety, efficient teamwork, and steady development of construction expertise on diverse job sites.

How do I get an apprenticeship in construction?

To get an apprenticeship in construction, you typically need to be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and pass a basic skills assessment. You can apply through local unions, trade schools, or apprenticeship programs that combine on-the-job training with classroom instruction, often requiring a valid driver's license and physical fitness for the physically demanding work.

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Infographic showing various Apprentice Construction job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

Electrician Apprentice - Indigenous employment opportunity

Grizzlytrek Group

Calgary, AB • On-site

CA$42 - CA$45/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Indigenous employment opportunity - Electrician Apprentice
Calgary, Alberta | Full-Time
Construction & Skilled Trades / Electrical | Apprentice (1st to 4th Year) and Journeyperson (Red Seal) | Full-Time

Open to Indigenous applicants only. GrizzlyTrek is hiring First Nations, Metis, Inuit, and non-status Indigenous electricians and apprentices, from first year through Red Seal journeyperson, to build careers in Alberta's electrical trade.
Position TypeFull-TimeLocationCalgary, AlbertaSeats AvailableApprentice Electrician (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year) and Journeyperson ElectricianHours10 hours per dayCompensationJourneyperson starting at $42.00 per hour; apprentice rates based on year and experienceExperienceElectrical experience in industrial and/or commercial settings, appropriate to your levelCertificationJourneyperson or Red Seal Electrician for journeyperson seats; registered or eligible Alberta apprentice for apprentice seats. Valid driver's license requiredEligibilityOpen to Indigenous applicants only (First Nations, Metis, Inuit, and non-status Indigenous)
About GrizzlyTrek Group Ltd.
GrizzlyTrek invests in our people, relationships, and partners, ensuring motivated and ready-to-work individuals meet job opportunities that foster lasting success. We work across Canada in mining, construction, oil and gas, turnarounds, and shutdowns. Dedicated to sustainable employment, we emphasize career opportunities and empowerment for Indigenous communities across Canada. Join us and contribute to building a more inclusive future.
The Role
GrizzlyTrek is seeking Indigenous electricians and apprentices to join our valued client's team on a project based in Calgary, Alberta. This is a full-time opportunity supporting industrial and commercial electrical installation and maintenance work. We are filling both journeyperson seats and apprentice seats across all four years.
Journeypersons will work hands-on in the field, mentor apprentices, and coordinate with site teams to deliver quality, code-compliant electrical work safely and on schedule. Apprentices will build their skills alongside Red Seal journeypersons while advancing through their apprenticeship.
What You'll Do
  • Perform industrial and commercial electrical installations and maintenance
  • Support industrial and commercial construction projects
  • Carry out cable pulling and terminations, cable tray installations, MCCs, PLCs, lighting, and power distribution
  • Work outdoors and at heights, including trenching and general physical labour
  • Read prints and complete reports, QA/QC, and safety documentation
  • Apprentices: build your skills under supervision and advance through your apprenticeship
  • Journeypersons: mentor apprentices and coordinate with site teams
What You Bring
  • Indigenous identity (First Nations, Metis, Inuit, or non-status Indigenous)
  • Journeyperson seats: Journeyperson or Red Seal Electrician certification
  • Apprentice seats: registered, or eligible to register, as a 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year apprentice in the Alberta electrician trade
  • Industrial and/or commercial construction experience appropriate to your level
  • Ability to read prints and complete reports, QA/QC, and safety documentation
  • Valid driver's license and readiness to travel
Preferred Qualifications
  • Rigid conduit experience
  • Safety tickets: Fall Protection, Aerial Work Platform (AWP), and Standard First Aid
What We Offer
  • Apprenticeship seats with mentorship from Red Seal journeypersons
  • Support advancing through your apprenticeship toward Red Seal certification
  • Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
  • Opportunities for overtime based on operational requirements
  • Life insurance: $100,000 employee / $10,000 spouse / $5,000 per child
  • AD&D insurance with critical illness and cancer coverage
  • Extended health care: drugs, hospital, hearing, orthotics, nursing
  • Paramedical services: chiro, physio, massage, mental health (annual coverage)
  • Vision care: glasses, contacts, laser surgery, and exams
  • Dental care: 80% basic ($2,500), 50% major ($2,500), $2,500 ortho for children
  • Travel insurance: up to $5,000,000 per incident (trips up to 90 days)
  • Ongoing training and career development support

Apply now at www.grizzlytrekgroup.com
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