PARTS APPRENTICE TECHNICIAN (1st YEAR)
Grande Prairie, AB
Start Your Career in the Heavy-Duty Truck Industry
At Western Star Trucks North, we believe truck drivers keep our world moving—and we're proud to support them every day.
Since 1987, we've grown from a family-owned business into one of Northern Alberta's leading heavy-duty truck dealerships, offering new truck sales, parts, service, and collision repair across multiple locations.
We're looking for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys staying active, and wants to build a long-term career in the heavy-duty truck industry. As a 1st Year Parts Apprentice Technician, you'll receive hands-on training from an experienced team while learning every aspect of a modern dealership Parts Department.
If you're dependable, motivated, and looking for more than just another warehouse job, we'd love to meet you.
Why Join Western Star Trucks North?
We believe great people deserve great opportunities.
We offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Benefits
- RRSP & TFSA Matching Program
- Apprenticeship support and career development
- Boot allowance
- Paid training and ongoing professional development
- Positive, family-oriented team culture
- Opportunities to advance within our growing organization
- Stable, full-time employment with an industry leader
What You'll Learn
As a Parts Apprentice, you'll build the skills needed to become a Journeyperson Parts Technician by learning:
- Shipping and receiving procedures
- Parts picking, staging, and packaging
- Inventory control and cycle counts
- Heavy-duty truck parts identification
- Warehouse organization and material handling
- Safe forklift operation (training provided where applicable)
- Computerized inventory and dealership management systems
- Customer service and parts counter support
- Warranty and core return procedures
- Best practices for warehouse safety and organization
You'll work alongside experienced Parts Technicians who are committed to helping you succeed in your apprenticeship and career.
Your Responsibilities
- Receive, inspect, and stock incoming inventory
- Pick and stage parts accurately for technicians and customers
- Assist with shipping outgoing parts and warranty returns
- Maintain accurate inventory and participate in cycle counts
- Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and safe
- Learn heavy-duty truck parts and product knowledge
- Assist Parts Advisors in locating and supplying parts
- Support internal Service and Sales departments
- Deliver outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers
- Participate in dealership training and apprenticeship development
- Support continuous improvement initiatives including 5S and Elite Certification standards
- Perform other duties as assigned
We're Looking For Someone Who
- Wants to build a long-term career in the heavy-duty truck industry
- Is interested in becoming a certified Parts Technician
- Has a positive attitude and enjoys learning new skills
- Is reliable, punctual, and takes pride in their work
- Enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Has strong attention to detail and stays organized
- Is comfortable using computers and learning new software
- Can safely lift up to 60 lbs.
- Is comfortable being on their feet throughout the day
- Has a valid driver's licence
- Forklift experience is an asset but not required—we'll train the right person
Who Will Thrive Here?
This opportunity is ideal for someone who:
- Enjoys hands-on work.
- Likes solving problems and learning how equipment works.
- Wants a career with advancement opportunities—not just a job.
- Takes pride in doing things right the first time.
- Wants to work with a team that supports personal and professional growth.
Build Your Future With Us
At Western Star Trucks North, we invest in people—not just positions.
If you're ready to begin a rewarding career in the heavy-duty truck industry and become part of a team that values hard work, learning, and opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and start building your future with Western Star Trucks North.
Pay: $23.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site childcare
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
