Heat Treating Operator Trainee

Thermex Metal Treating Ltd. – Edmonton, AB
$21.00/hour | Full-Time | Rotating Shifts

Thermex is Western Canada’s leader in heat treating. We’re hiring a Trainee Operator—no trade required, just a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

This is your chance to get into a hands-on industrial career with a clear path to advancement.

What You’ll Do

- Learn heat treating processes and safe equipment operation
- Load, fixture, and process customer parts
- Assist with hardness testing and paperwork
- Operate forklifts, hoists, and cleaning equipment
- Support production flow to meet deadlines
- Maintain a clean, safe work area

What You Need

- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license + reliable vehicle (mandatory – no transit access)
- Ability to work rotating shifts (days/afternoons/nights)
- Reliable, detail-oriented, and willing to learn
- Able to pass a pre-employment fitness test

Assets (not required):

- Shop or manufacturing experience
- Mechanical aptitude or technical training

Work Environment





- Industrial shop (heat, noise, physical work)
- PPE required (provided)
- Active role – standing, lifting, moving parts

What We Offer

- Structured training → advancement opportunities
- Full advantages
- Boot allowance
- Profit sharing
- Stable, long-term employment

Who This Is For

- Someone looking to build a career—not just a job
- Hands-on workers who show up and follow through

If you’re ready to learn and grow in a skilled trade, apply today.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $21.00-$23.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing

Adaptable language requirement:

- French not required

Experience:

- Industrial Shop: 1 year (required)
- Forklift: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class five license and vehicle (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Operator Trainee (Edmonton)
🏢 Thermex Metal Treating
📍 Edmonton