Petroleum Technician Apprentice

BGIS
Burnaby, Canada
On-site

Who this role is best for

Mechanically inclined individuals with a desire to learn and work in the petroleum industry will find this apprenticeship role rewarding, especially if they are comfortable with on-the-road work and client interaction.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with mechanical aptitude and a willingness to gain petroleum technician accreditation will thrive.
    — “Build hours towards petroleum technician accreditation (PMH, etc.)”
  • Those who enjoy both team collaboration and independent problem-solving are well-suited for this role.
    — “Enjoy both working alongside a team and operating independently.”
  • Individuals seeking full-time employment with a focus on customer satisfaction and fieldwork will align well with this position.
    — “This is a regular, full-time position”

Things to consider

  • The role requires a clean driving record and valid license, which may be a barrier for some candidates.
    — “Clean Drivers Abstract and Valid Driver’s License”
  • Candidates must be physically and mentally capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
    — “Possess the physical and mental capabilities to manage multiple tasks at a time.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your ability to solve mechanical problems and learn on the job through hands-on experience.
    — “On the job technical learning. Shadow accredited technicians to support”
  • Emphasize your dedication to customer service and your track record of maintaining client relationships.
    — “Develop strong, trustworthy, and lasting relationships with our clients.”
  • Showcase your attention to detail and ability to complete documentation accurately and timely.
    — “Develop understanding of and ability to complete documentation in a timely and accurate manner.”
  • Demonstrate your willingness to work independently and make sound judgments in the field.
    — “Develop independent judgment in solving unusual work problems.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • completed on-the-job technical learning
  • supported service and maintenance of petroleum equipment
Typical background
clean drivers abstract and valid driver’s license

Skills & requirements

Required

Mechanical TroubleshootingFuel Management SystemsPumping Equipment MaintenanceElectrical Systems RepairLeak Detection SystemsCustomer Service

Preferred

Petroleum Technician AccreditationParts Delivery

Stack & domain

Pumping EquipmentElectricalFuel Management SystemsLeak Detection SystemsParts DeliveryShop And Warehouse ManagementSecond Man / Helper DutiesProfessionalismSensitivityTactIndependent JudgmentProblem SolvingDocumentationModerate Computer SkillsCustomer SatisfactionCommunicationCustomer ServiceMotivationTeamworkIndependenceJudgmentEfficiencyPetroleumRetailIndustrial ManufacturingUtilityTransitPublic Works

About the role

Original posting from BGIS

SUMMARY

Are you a skilled and dedicated technician looking for a rewarding career opportunity? 

BGIS Energy & Facility Solutions is looking for people to join our expanding team of Service Technicians who specialize in the maintenance and repair of pumping equipment, electrical, fuel management systems for retail petroleum stations, utility providers, transit services, and public works yards.

Click here to learn more here: BGIS Energy & Facility Solutions

We are seeking a Petroleum Service Technician Apprentice to join our growing team.  We specialize in the maintenance and repair of petroleum equipment, electrical, fuel management systems for retail petroleum stations, large-scale industrial manufacturing plants, utility providers, transit services, and public works yards.

Please note, this opportunity requires a Clean Drivers Abstract and Valid Driver’s License 

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

On the job technical learning.  Shadow accredited technicians to support:

Service and maintenance of petroleum equipment, systems and accessories essential to site operations.

Repair and maintain leak detection systems

Build hours towards petroleum technician accreditation (PMH, etc.)

Parts delivery to jobsites as required.

Management and housekeeping of shop and warehouse.

Second man / helper duties on service calls under supervision of lead technician.

Maintain professionalism, sensitivity, and tact to portray the Company in a positive manner always.

Develop independent judgment in solving unusual work problems.

Develop strong, trustworthy, and lasting relationships with our clients.

Develop understanding of and ability to complete documentation in a timely and accurate manner.

Ensure that the company health and safety policies and procedures are followed.

Possess the physical and mental capabilities to manage multiple tasks at a time.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Mechanically inclined, with an affinity for solving mechanical problems.

Clean Drivers Abstract and Valid Driver’s License.

Enjoy both working alongside a team and operating independently.

Can make wise judgments when working independently.

Enjoy being on the road and visiting new places.

Are always looking for ways to do things better and more efficiently.

Desire to continually learn and follow directions when needed.

Organized, timely, and professional.

Moderate computer skills.

Take pride in customer satisfaction.

Excellent Communication skills.

Proven Customer Service Skills.

Motivated.

Problem solving

This is a regular, full-time position with a salary range of $44,303 - $52,121 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role. 

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Source: BGIS careers

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