About the role#
The Indigenous Operator Internship is a paid program designed to help Indigenous workers enter and succeed in Alberta's energy sector. This full-time internship offers a pathway to permanent employment, providing mentorship, on-the-job training, and support to ensure long-term career growth. The program is specifically designed to support Indigenous applicants across Alberta.
What you'll do#
Interns will gain hands-on experience in the energy services sector. Responsibilities include:
- Operating heavy equipment, including hydrovac trucks.
- Transporting fluids, water, sand, and equipment to and from active work sites.
- Supporting well servicing and maintenance operations.
- Participating in vacuum and water truck operations on active sites.
- Assisting with fracturing and other equipment-based operations.
What you'll need#
- Open to Indigenous applicants residing in Alberta.
- A strong desire to build a long-term career in the energy sector.
- A Class 1 or Class 3 licence is considered an asset, but it is not required to begin the program.
- Entry-level candidates are welcome, as comprehensive on-the-job training is provided.
Location & details#
- Location: Calgary, Alberta (with placements across provincial energy sector sites).
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment Status: Full-time.
About GrizzlyTrek Group Ltd.
GrizzlyTrek Group Ltd. is an Indigenous owned and operated firm based in Calgary, Alberta. The company provides workforce solutions for industrial projects across Canada, including mining, forestry, and oil and gas operations. It specializes in connecting employers with screened tradespeople and operators while managing Indigenous employment pathways. The organization maintains a network of over 5,000 Indigenous candidates and a database of more than 100,000 Canadian resumes.
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