Trades Scholarship

Overview

Job Title: Future in Trades Scholarship Program

Summary:

The Future in Trades program is a Linamar initiative that offers career development opportunities to recent or soon to graduate women interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades or technology. This initiative is eligible for the following programs Electromechanical and Automation Maintenance and Mechanical Technician and General Machinist.

• Paid tuition
• Paid moving expenses to relocate
• Become an employee before you start college
• Paid part-time employment and full-time summer jobs
• Simplified pathway into the trades
• On the job workplace experience
• College experience lets students experience real college life while gaining practical, hands-on learning
• 2000 additional hours added to your apprenticeship hours
• Competitive wage

Machinist:

The Apprentice Machinist position under continuous supervision is responsible for setting up, operating, and adjusting various types of conventional or automatic machines including lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other precision equipment. Primarily accountable for working from drawings and written instructions to create replacement and new parts in making repairs to metal parts as well as for experimental apparatus or prototype equipment.

Electrical and Automation:

The Apprentice Electrical position is responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing electrical systems, apparatus and electrical and electronic components of machinery and facility equipment. Additional responsibilities include following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints and other specifications and use hand tools, power tools and electrical and electronic test equipment.

The Automation Technician works as a plant resource to assist with line improvements automation initiatives, and realignment of existing and new equipment to improve product flow. Working in conjunction with the Maintenance and Engineering departments.

Millwright:

The Apprentice Millwright position is responsible for performing maintenance and repair services of facility and production equipment such as mechanical, electrical, and building systems.

• Women interested in a career in the skilled trades or technology
• Accepted into recognized college program

• Ability to work independently or within a team-based environment.
• Must be able to demonstrate multi-tasking skills and deal with a rapidly changing work environment.
• Must be well organized and able to work under direct supervision.
• Possess drive and motivation to maintain continuous learning from daily work activities.
• Be able to work all shift types.

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Counsel
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

• Electrical - $
• Machinist - $
• Millwright - $

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.

• Job Identification 12679
• Job Category Technical
• Posting Date 02/06/2026, 08:49 PM
• Degree Level Some College
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Rotating – Days, Afternoons, Nights
• Vacancy Status This is an existing vacancy