Trainees
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to entry-level nature, reasonable work conditions, and potential for skill development, especially in safety and technical awareness.
- Good support for skill development in a safety-focused environment
- Beneficial travel experiences for candidates
- Health benefits included, with union opportunities
Pros
- Access to health benefits and union membership
- Opportunities for travel and diverse project work
- Supportive work culture focused on safety and technical skills
Cons
- Entry-level role with likely lower starting salary
- Requires potential overnight travel, which may not suit everyone
- Physical demands due to work in various environmental conditions
Who it's for
Entry Level • On-site with potential for travel
Good fit
- Newly graduated professionals
- Individuals excited about a career in technical services
- Those looking for on-the-job training and mentorship
Not recommended for
- High-level professionals seeking managerial roles
- Candidates unwilling to travel or work irregular hours
- Individuals who prefer minimal physical activity or outdoors work
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Job Description
Trainees
Apave Canada has immediate, full-time positions available for Entry Level Trainees across all of our divisions. These positions offer local call-out and project work, with opportunities for both dayshift and nightshift work. There may also be opportunities for travel throughout Canada.
Who we are:
Apave Canada has been serving the oil and gas, petroleum and petrochemical, chemical, power generation, pipeline and potash industries since 1953.
Our Canadian operations currently provide services from Edmonton, Calgary, Cold Lake, Fort McMurray, Lloydminster, Nisku, and Red Deer. Our USA operations provide services from 23 office locations, our United Kingdom operations provide services from 7 office locations, and our Australian operations provide services from 5 locations.
Our growth is primarily due to our combination of experienced management and strong technical skills, combined with a high commitment to customer service.
Who you are:
- Strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
- Ability to maintain positive working relationships with clients.
- Exceptional safety and quality awareness.
- Self-motivated and capable of working at a high technical and performance level.
Required Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate will have the following certifications and experience:
- The ability to work in various environmental conditions;
- Strong written and oral communication skills;
- Valid drivers license;
- Some travel (including overnight stays out of town) may be required.
Safety Requirements:
- Steel-toe boots are required; IRISNDT will provide additional PPE.
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The successful candidate will have access to health benefits and may be required to join a union affiliated with the QCCC.
Legal entitlement to work in Canada is mandatory. All potential employees will be required to complete a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening.
Apave Canada is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment, as well as to our obligations as a member of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCIB). We expect our employees to behave ethically and professionally.
