310T Truck & Coach Apprentice/Technician

About the role

Location: 916 Zelco Drive, Burlington, Ontario
Position type: Permanent Full-Time (Afternoon Shift)
Reporting to: Equipment Manager
Start date: Immediately
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 3:00pm to 1:00am. Friday, 3:00pm to 7:30pm

Founded in 1961, Miller Waste Systems is a proudly Canadian, family-owned company with 65 years' experience providing waste management and diversion services to municipalities, businesses, and industries across Ontario, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick.

Today, Miller Waste operates collection fleets, recycling facilities, transfer stations, and composting operations that help communities manage waste responsibly while recovering valuable resources from the waste stream.

Miller Waste has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 16 consecutive years, a distinction that reflects our commitment to strong leadership, operational excellence, and a culture that values our people.

At Miller Waste, our people are our greatest strength. We provide a safe workplace, competitive compensation, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to build a long-term career with a company that is trusted by the communities it serves.

The 310T Truck & Coach Apprentice/Technician is responsible for performing maintenance and repairs on a variety of company vehicles to meet both Ministry and company standards. The successful candidate’s expertise in diagnosing and repairing hydraulic and electrical systems, combined with strong problem-solving skills, will ensure reliable fleet performance and exceptional service throughout the Halton area.

Compensation: $44.92 plus $3.00 shift premium per hour ($47.92/h)

Responsibilities

• Must adhere to Miller Waste System safety protocols and must be familiar with occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Service and repair all Company vehicles to ministry standards and Miller Waste standards.
• Repair and road test equipment, including hydraulics and electrical, as well as perform shop maintenance.
• Conduct vehicle maintenance according to established MWS policies and procedures.
• Maintain all required records and files for vehicle maintenance.
• Conduct on-road service calls, as required.

Requirements

• Adhere to Miller Waste safety protocols and be familiar with the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Experience diagnosing and resolving faults, with hands-on expertise in repairing and maintaining hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Must hold and maintain a valid 310T Truck & Coach Technician's license, along with any other required licenses.
• Must have at least a valid G Driver’s Licence; a DZ Licence would be an asset.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment and work effectively within a team.
• Must be flexible and available to work outside of the regular schedule when there are delays in the truck schedule; may be required to work outside regular scheduled hours and, on rare occasions, weekends.
• Due to a planned site expansion, the successful candidate may be required to transition to the Milton location in 2027.

Benefits

• $1500 Annual Tool Allowance.
• Boot Allowance & Uniforms Provided.
• Permanent year-round work.
• Health & Dental Benefit Coverage.
• Additional mental health services to help support your wellbeing.
• Defined contribution pension plan.
• Vacation entitlements.
• Support and training for your professional growth and development.
• Rewards and Recognition programs.

This posting will remain active until it has been filled.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence is not used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.

We realize that you may not feel you have every qualification listed and that working to secure a career can be stressful. If you feel that you meet most of the company’s needs and that your passion for your work adds value to a growing company, we would still love to hear from you.

Miller Waste Systems strives to be an employer of choice. As a proudly Canadian, privately owned and operated Waste Company we have over 65 years' experience of providing quality service to all our customers. We have been successful in achieving this goal by providing a family and employee centric environment at all our locations. We provide industry leading work environment and compensation, benefits, and pension programs.