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Solenis

Industrial Millwright Mechanic

London, ON

Licensed Millwright; post-secondary education and/or apprenticeship. * 5-7 years of mechanical maintenance experience in manufacturing. * Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and logic ...

Ryder

Service Employee

London, ON

CA$19/hr

Joining Ryder as a Service Employee is a great way to get your career started, with opportunities to move into Lube Technician roles and work toward our Heavy Duty Apprentice Mechanic training ...

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What is an apprentice?

An apprentice is a person who is learning a trade or skill through a combination of on-the-job training and classroom instruction. Apprenticeships are structured programs that allow individuals to earn while they learn, typically under the supervision of experienced professionals. These programs are common in skilled trades like construction, electrical work, and plumbing, but are also found in fields such as healthcare and information technology. Apprenticeships usually last from one to four years, after which the apprentice becomes a fully qualified worker in their chosen field.

What kinds of support or mentorship can an apprentice expect during their training period?

As an apprentice, you will typically be paired with an experienced mentor or supervisor who provides hands-on guidance, answers questions, and helps you develop essential skills in your chosen trade or field. Many apprenticeship programs also include regular check-ins, progress reviews, and classroom-based learning to supplement on-the-job experience. This structured support system is designed to help apprentices gradually take on more responsibility, build confidence, and address challenges as they arise, ensuring a smooth transition into a full-time professional role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Apprentice, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Apprentice, you need a basic educational background, a willingness to learn, and a genuine interest in the specific trade or industry. Familiarity with basic tools, safety protocols, and sometimes entry-level certifications or coursework are typically required. Strong communication, reliability, and a positive attitude help apprentices stand out in the workplace. These skills and qualities are essential for learning effectively, ensuring safety, and building a solid foundation for career advancement.

What is the difference between Apprentice vs Journeyman?

AspectApprenticeJourneyman
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma or equivalent; may need enrollment in a training programCompleted apprenticeship; often holds a license or certification
Work EnvironmentLearning phase, supervised, entry-level tasksSkilled worker, independent, performs complex tasks
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in trades like construction, electrical, plumbingUsed after apprenticeship completion, in similar industries

The main difference between an Apprentice and a Journeyman is experience and skill level. An Apprentice is in training, gaining foundational skills under supervision, while a Journeyman has completed training and can work independently on complex tasks. Both roles are essential in trades like construction and electrical work, with the Journeyman representing a higher level of proficiency.

What cities near Exeter, ON are hiring for Apprentice jobs? Cities near Exeter, ON with the most Apprentice job openings:
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Infographic showing various Apprentice job openings in Exeter, ON as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 91% Full Time, and 8% Part Time. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Welder - 2nd shift

Cleaver-Brooks of Canada Ltd.

Stratford, ON

CA$31.37/hr

Full-time, Other

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Location: Stratford

Hourly Rate: $31.37/hr. CAD

Basic Function: Assemble, fit and weld code or pressure products.

Essential Duties:

  • Position, align, fit, and weld parts to form complete units or subunits, following blueprints and layout specifications, and using jigs, welding torches, and hand tools.
  • Verify conformance of work pieces to specifications, using squares, rulers, and measuring tapes.
  • Tack-weld fitted parts together.
  • Lay out and examine metal stock or work pieces to be processed to ensure that specifications are met.
  • Align and fit parts according to specifications, using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars, and hammers.
  • Locate and mark work piece bending and cutting lines, allowing for stock thickness, machine and welding shrinkage, and other component specifications.
  • Position or tighten braces, jacks, clamps, ropes, or bolt traps, or bolt parts in position for welding or riveting.
  • Study engineering drawings and blueprints to determine materials requirements and task sequences.
  • Move parts into position, manually or with hoists or cranes.
  • Set up and operate fabricating machines, such as brakes, rolls, shears, flame cutters, grinders, and drill presses, to bend, cut form, punch, drill, or otherwise form and assemble metal components.
  • Pass the required internal ASME weld tickets for welding pressure products. This description indicates the general nature of the tasks and responsibilities required of position given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities.
  • Previous experience as a lead hand.

Working Conditions and Hazards:

Normal plant, shop, field or office conditions. From time to time, slightly disagreeable features. Negligible or no exposure.

Hours of Work:

Monday to Thursday 4:00 PM to 2:00 AM

Who is Cleaver-Brooks?

Cleaver-Brooks is the market leader in providing fully integrated boiler and burner systems. We lead the boiler/burner industry due to our unmatched distribution network’s ability to deliver the knowledge, service, training and support that are essential to long-term performance. Our customers will tell you that we’re the only equipment provider that manufactures boilers, burners, controls, and a full array of ancillary and aftermarket products. They’ll also mention that our unique single-source capability means that we can deliver fully integrated boiler room solutions that reduce overall costs and optimize space. It is our focus on products that deliver the most efficient, reliable, safe and environmentally sustainable solutions that differentiate us in the marketplace. Cleaver-Brooks continues an 80+ year legacy of providing the customers we serve with extraordinary products designed to deliver unsurpassed performance through the power of commitment.

Benefits of Being a Cleaver-Brooks Employee:

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including supplementary medical, dental, life insurance, short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, apprenticeships in our welding positions, vacation and 11 paid holidays.

To Apply: Qualified applicants may apply online at www.cleaverbrooks.com

This hiring process does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. We also do not require “Canadian experience” as a condition of employment. All applications are reviewed by our internal hiring team. All candidates who interview for this role will receive notification of the hiring decision within 45 days of their interview.

This description indicates the general nature of the tasks and responsibilities required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of management to assign, direct, and control the specific duties of individuals performing this function. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgement, to be proper.