Shoe & Leather Repair Apprentice — Paid Training

ShoeMedic | Oakville, Ontario

Pay: CAD $20/hour

Full time, permanent | Approximately 40 hours/week, including Saturdays | Sundays closed

ShoeMedic is hiring one mechanically minded, hands-on person to learn shoe, handbag and leather repair.

You must be very good with your hands and confident handling tools. Previous practical experience using tools or machinery is required. Shoe-repair experience is not required—we provide paid training.

Your background could include woodworking, mechanical repairs, upholstery, sewing, manufacturing, construction, leatherwork or other detailed work involving tools or machinery. Relevant experience from substantial personal projects is also welcome.

What we’re looking for

- Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

- Confidence using tools safely and accurately.

- Patience, attention to detail and pride in neat workmanship.

- Reliable attendance and the ability to follow instructions.

- Interest in learning a trade and building a long-term career.

What you’ll learn

Under experienced supervision, you’ll learn surface preparation, gluing, sanding, finishing, stitching and repair techniques for footwear and leather goods, along with safe operation of our equipment.





Apply through Indeed with your résumé and a short description of your hands-on experience. Tell us which tools or machines you have used and what you made or repaired.

Selected applicants will be invited to a paid practical assessment.

Applications through Indeed only. Please do not telephone or visit the store regarding this position.

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Oakville, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Are you consistently available to work full-time throughout the year, including Saturdays?
- This role requires excellent hand skills and confidence handling tools. Describe your previous practical experience using tools or machinery, list the tools or machines you used, and explain what you made or repaired.
- Are you currently living in Canada? Please state your current city and province. This is an in-person position at 240 Leighland Avenue, Oakville, Ontario, and applicants must currently be in Canada and able to attend work at this location.

Work Location: In person

📌 Shoe & Leather Repair Apprentice (Oakville)
🏢 Shoemedic
📍 Oakville