Job listings on this page are dependent on the current needs of Canadian employers and that all currently available positions are listed here.

We have helped many of our clients find work. We also demonstrate to our clients how to search for work (do’s and don’ts).

How to apply

If you would like to apply for any of these positions, please send your resume/ CV to recruitment@matrixvisa.com.

Canadians and Canadian Permanent Residents already in Canada are also invited to apply as well. Wages are in Canadian Dollars (CAD).

Current Canadian Job Vacancies

1 X Journeyperson HVAC Technician (Partial costs paid by employer)

The Journeyperson HVAC Technician is responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance, inspections, modifications, installation and dismantling of systems. Work may also include projects within the trade to install, maintain, repair and overhaul central air conditioning systems, commercial and industrial refrigeration systems and combined heating, ventilation and cooling systems. Employer is willing to pay Work Permit fees and first month’s accommodation.


Responsibilities:

  • Completes timely inspections, testing and accurate reporting of equipment defects/deficiencies;
  • Performs scheduled maintenance service on HVAC and Refrigeration systems and fixtures;
  • Provides input into the planned and scheduled work and assist with the completion of the committed schedule;
  • Assists with the scoping, estimating, planning and execution of new work or projects;
  • Ensures all requirements as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures are met;
  • Ensures all installations, repairs and maintenance meet the requirements of the appropriate codes;
  • Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance meet environmental protection requirements;
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Journeyperson Certified HVAC Refrigeration Mechanic (Red Seal) with a minimum of 6 years of experience;
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills;
  • Excellent ability to read drawings and schematics;
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, team environment;
  • Strong commitment to personal and team safety.
  • Class 5 license and clean drivers abstract is required

Benefits and wages:

  • $38-$45/hour depending on knowledge and experience.
  • Company RRSP matching program;
  • Company vehicle;
  • Health care plan;
  • Company cell phone;

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday;
  • On-call cycle;
  • Overtime when required

20 X Heavy Duty Mechanic for Open Pit mine in Southern British Columbia (close to US border – COSTS PAID BY EMPLOYER) 

  • Applicants must have extensive open pit mining equipment experience with good fault finding skills on large equipment such as Caterpillar 777 or 797, Komatsu PC 4000, 5500 or larger
  • Hourly CAD52,72
  • Annual Retention Bonus – Up to $6,000
  • Relocation Assistance – Up to $10,000
  • Healthy Lifestyle Account – Up to $1,000
  • 3 months of accommodation
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive Extended Health Benefits Plan
  • Retirement Savings program
  • Participation in two annual bonus plans
  • Sickness and Accident coverage
  • Long Term Disability
  • Group Life Insurance Basic Coverage
  • Optical Plan
  • Applicants must study for Canadian Red Seal and write upon arrival
  • Families can come with from the start or follow later
  • Good English required

2 X Fire Suppression Technician (Installation of Fire suppressions systems) 

A company in Northern Alberta has requested Matrixvisa to find 8 machine fitters to install fire suppressions systems. Applicants with red seals as fitters, millwrights, electricians, instrumentation technicians, mechanics may apply. The starting wage is $35 CAD per hour. Applicants must cary their own costs. Employer will pay and obtain the LMIA.

Several Agriculture Mechanics (AB and SK)

A cattle farm – grain farm in Alberta requested Matrixvisa to recruit a farm mechanic. The wage would be about CAD 38 per hour. Agriculture experience is crucial. The area is remote. Applicants and their families must enjoy living on a farm. The employers has John Deere Tractors and Combines

The employer pays the legal for the work permit and an airline ticket for the main applicant.

3 X Armature Winders

An employer in British Columbia needs 4 armature winders.

1 X Agronomist for Saskatchewan

A Saskatchewan based agriculture consulting firm is searching for an agronomist

5 X Building Automation Systems Technicians

A large multinational security company request Matrixvisa to recruit five building automation technicians  for positions in  Ontario: Toronto, London and Windsor. The Automation Systems Technician is responsible for providing customer and technical support for installed building automation systems, installing, programming, system start-up/check-out, certification, and related customer training on assigned projects including small to large projects that vary in complexity, servicing and supporting existing customers by responding to service calls, carrying out Customer Support Programs and small projects business. Scope of work includes technical assistance, system checkout of new and existing installations, troubleshooting and maintenance and repair routines associated with installed Building Automation Systems and the installation of projects. Experience in some of the following technology would be important:

  • Amag: See https://www.amag.com Amarket leader in Physical Access Control, Identity Management and integrated security solutions that ensure the safety and security of your people, assets and buildings today and into the future
  • HID Global https://www.hidglobal.com
  • Lenel S2 https://www.lenels2.com/en/us/
  • Genetec
  • Avigilon
  • Vernit
  • Milestone

Competitive wage range: $65,500 – $75,000 annual salary ($31.49 – $36.05 hourly) with the opportunity for overtime on an as needed basis. The employer is paying the legal fees (CAD2500 for the work permit and CAD4800 for permanent residence).

1 X CNC/Horizontal Boring Mill Repair Technician

Currently Matrixvisa is searching for a Machine Tool Mechanic/Electrician/Millwright to maintain, build and repair CNC and Horizontal boring Mills, paying $28 – $40/hour.

  • Repair, install and troubleshoot large CNC Horizontal and Vertical Boring Mill’s
  • Repair, renew and/or replace worn out bearings, shafts, gears, and re-assemble and check functionally test of machine tools
  • Preform laser calibration of CNC Machine Tool Axis and precision levelling
  • Examine parts for defects, breakage or excessive wear. Re-engineer and/or upgrade defected arears on the machine as required
  • Study blueprints and manufacturer manuals to determine correct installation procedure and operation of machine.
  • Mechanical troubleshooting as required
  • Perform inspection and tests on machine tools (alignment test, ball test, squareness; using electronic level and laser)
  • Work with original machine tool manufacturer to upgrade or troubleshoot problems or functionality
  • Follow established safety practices and regulation.

Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of Fanuc and Siemens controls a definite asset
  • Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatic, electrical and CNC controls
  • Previous experience with large machine tools (PAMA, Toshiba, Berthiez, Shiesse)
  • Knowledge of electrical schematics / electronics an asset
  • Strong machining skills
  • Ability to work within tight deadlines and under pressure
  • Ability to read blueprint of electric and hydraulic schematics to diagnose/troubleshoot problems

1 X Conventional Machinist

  • An employer in Southern Alberta has requested Matrixvisa to search for a conventional machinist
  • If the person has hydraulics experience it would be an added benefit

1 X Layer Farm Manager (AB)

A layer operation with 200 000 layers located near Edmonton, Alberta, is searching for a manager for their operation. An experienced farm manager with several years layer experience is required.

1 X Broiler Farm Supervisor (BC)

A broiler operation with 220,000 broilers located near Vancouver is searching for a supervisor for their operation. An experienced farm manager with several years layer experience is required.

1 X Hatchery Supervisor/Manager (BC)

Canada largest hatchery located near Vancouver is searching for a supervisor /manager for their operation. Extensive hatchery experience is required.

2 X Farm Supervisor Feedlot & Pasture (Specialized Livestock Expert)(AB)

A feedlot operation in Northern Alberta requested Matrixvisa to recruit a farm supervisor with cattle experience.  The farmer has 850 cow-calf operation, a feedlot with 20,000 head as well as 8,000 acres of crops.

2 X Grain Farm Supervisor (SK)

A Saskatchewan employer requested Matrixvisa to find a grain farm supervisors. The employer is busy requesting the LMIA

2 X Heating Ventilation and Air conditioning Experience Technicians (SK)

A SK employer Saskatchewan requested Matrixvisa to recruit  Heating Ventilation and Air conditioning (HVAC) technicians.

1 X Occupational Therapists (BC)

An employer in BC is searching for Occupational Therapist. Applicants does not have to write examination prior to coming to Canada.

1 X Physiotherapists (BC)

An employer in Interior of BC is searching for physiotherapists. Applicants must have or be willing to travel to Canada to write the first examination: the PCE examination. See: https://www.physiotherapyalberta.ca/applicants/internationally_educated/#registration_process and the 5 steps here: https://www.physiotherapyalberta.ca/applicants/internationally_educated/#criteria_to_mee

2 X Plumbers in Lower Fraser Valley with Small Excavator Experience

The employer in Vancouver  request Matrixvisa to find a plumber with small excavator experience

Production Team Leader

Our client is searching  Production Team Leaders to join an Orientated Strand Board (OSB) plant in Alberta

Experience Requirements

  • 3 – 5 years experience within wood manufacturing: such as OSB plant, pressed wood or saw mills
  • 2 – 3 years experience leading a team.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Education

  • Completion of grade 12.
  • Completion of post-secondary education is an asset.
  • Completion of a supervisory or leadership certificate, an asset.

Wages

  • The expected base salary range for this position is $79,500 – $106,000 per year.
  • Bonus program.
  • You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to retirement plan.
  • Eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.

10 X Stonemasons & Bricklayers (Eastern Canada)

One of the largest employers of stonemasons in Eastern Canada is searching for 10 stonemasons. Bricklayers are invited to apply  The wage is CAD 40 per hour or about R470. This is skill level B and open for skilled immigration. Duties are as follows:

  • Cutting and shaping stones to desired dimensions.
  • Smoothing and polishing stones and concrete.
  • Replacing defective or missing stones on walls and structures.
  • Reading and interpreting structural blueprints.
  • Determining the materials and equipment needed for the project.
  • Mixing grout and cement.
  • Laying stones according to construction plans or project specifications.
  • Operating cranes, hoists, or heavy machinery to move stones.
  • Digging trenches using a pick and shovel.

1 X Veterinarian (AB)

An employer in Alberta requested  Matrixvisa to search a veterinarian. Foreign-trained veterinarians are eligible for Limited Supervised License in certain Prairie provinces such as Alberta once you have passed the Basic Clinical Science examination which can be done in South Africa. This Limited Supervised License is issued 6 months at a time for up to 24 months during which time the South African vet need to pass the first 3 exams. Once the South African vet passed the first 3 examinations you would be eligible for a Temporary License which is issued for 3 months at a time until the vet passed the last examination. See https://abvma.ca/site/become/veterinarian?nav=mainsidebarSouth African trained Veterinary doctors must eventually complete 4 examinations that will track 12-18 months with the National Board of Veteran Medicine. See https://www.nbvme.org

  • Basic clinical skills Examination (BCSE) – continuously throughout the year’s anywhere in South Africa with Prometric. See https://www.avma.org/ProfessionalDevelopment/Education/Foreign/Pages/ECFVG-BCSE-practice-test.aspx
  • North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (Navle). Navle is completed twice a year (deadline for applications are 1 April and 1 Aug) anywhere in South Africa with Prometric.
  • Pre Surgical assessment (PSA) is new (a couple of times a year) completed in Prince Edward Island and Saskatoon.
  • Clinical Proficiency Examination (CPE), 8 times per year.

RECENTLY FILLED/CLOSED POSITIONS

2 X Earth Moving Foremen (Employer Pay Legal fees for PR and WP)

A Toronto employer is searching for 2 Earth Moving Foremen.

The foremen will be involved in the residential and neighborhood road construction.

Experience with GPS equipment such as Topcon Positioning Systems https://www.topconpositioning.com  & Trimble https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trimble_Inc will be a big advantage

2 X Saw Mill Maintenance Manager (CLOSED)

Our client are searching for experienced Maintenance Managers for OSB plants and saw mills

Experience

  • Management experience leading maintenance teams within a manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge and experience in OSB manufacturing or pressed wood is an asset.
  • Experience with maintenance planning, condition monitoring, shutdown execution and implementing reliability programs.
  • Experience with project management, including capital projects.
  • Experience maintaining a large maintenance budget.
  • Proven ability to manage change.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing and maintenance processes.

Education

  • University degree/technical diploma or a Journey person trades certification or extensive experience in a relevant field

Wages and Benefits

  • The expected base salary range for this position is $117,000 – $156,000 per year.
  • Additional northern allowance on top of your base pay.
  • You will be eligible to participate in the bonus program.
  • Relocation support

Several Saw Mill Maintenance Supervisors/Superintendents (CLOSED) 

Our client is searching for a Maintenance Supervisor for a sawmill in Alberta.

Experience Requirements

  • Leadership experience within the OSB Plant, Pressed Wood Plant or Sawmill
  • Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems
  • Able to lead diverse trade group and create a highly effective maintenance team.
  • A strong ability in troubleshooting and applying failure modes and effects analysis.
  • Strong work ethic, self-motivation.
  • Effective communication, organizational and time management skills.
  • Experience working in a unionized environment is an asset.

Education

  • Journey person, Diploma, or Technical Degree in a mechanical, electrical, or related field.

Wages and benefits

  • The expected base salary range for this position is $87,000 to $116,000 per year
  • Additional northern allowance on top of your base pay.
  • You will be eligible to participate in a bonus program.
  • Competitive benefits and retirement packages
  • Extensive relocation support

3 X Millwrights/Fitters – Saskatchewan (COSTS PAID BY EMPLOYER-CLOSED)

Our client requested Matrixvisa to search for 10 Millwrights/Fitters to work at saw mills and OSB plants in Northern Alberta.

Required Skills and Abilities (must haves):

Proficient in daily maintenance, installation, repair and troubleshooting of the following equipment: Hydraulics Drives (motors with gearboxes), Conveyors,  Pumps, Bearings and able to accurately read blueprints, plans and schematic drawings.

Must be available to work various shift schedules such as: 12 hour rotating shift schedule comprised of days and nights (42 hours a week with an averaging agreement), and/or 4 x 10 hour day shift schedule (40 hours a week).

Benefits/Wages:

  • You will earn between $45-$48 range (rates inclusive of any eligible bonus program payouts). This role is eligible for overtime.
  • Healthcare coverage – dental, extended medical for you and any eligible dependent
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP) – with company matching program available
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
  • Relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work. Relocation expenses cover eligible expenses for your move to Slave Lake (or surrounding area) to a maximum of $30,000 (thirty thousand dollars).

15x Fitters / Millwrights / Mechanics / Auto Electrician for a Fire Suppression Installer in Fort McMurray, Alberta – Filled

An installer of fire suppression systems on earth moving vehicles to find 15 fitters/Millwrights/Mechanics in Fort Mc Murray, Alberta. Applicants would have to pay their own costs to get to Canada. Wage is $29-$40 CAD per hour plus benefits.

2 X Machinist (Manual/Conventional) Fire Suppression Installer in Fort McMurray, Alberta – FILLED

An installer of fire suppression systems on earth moving vehicles asked Matrixvisa to search  to find 2 manual/conventional machinist (“Turners”). Applicants would have to pay their own immigration costs. The wage is $35 CAD plus benefits.

Several Plumbers (Vancouver, BC) – FILLED

We have placed multiple plumbers at an employer  British Columbia.  The employer is looking for more competent plumbers within Canada or from outside of Canada. Wages start at CAD 30 per hour.

8 X Fire Suppression Technician (installation of Fire suppressions systems) – FILLED

A company in Northern Alberta has requested Matrixvisa to find 8 machine fitters to install fire suppressions systems. Applicants with red seals as fitters, millwrights, electricians, instrumentation technicians, mechanics may apply. The starting wage is $35CAD per hour. Applicants must cary their own costs. Employer will pay and obtain the LMIA.

2 X Fitters/ Millwrights for a saw mill High Prairie, Alberta (MOST COSTS PAID BY EMPLOYER) – FILLED

An sawmill requested 2 Fitters/Millwrights.  The employer will pay most of of the immigration costs and airline tickets. Applicants must have a good understanding of conveyors

12 X Fitters/ Millwrights for a Oriented Strand Board (OSB) producer in High Prairie, Alberta (MOST COSTS PAID BY EMPLOYER) – FILLED

An OSB mill owned by Tolko requested Matrixvisa to find 6 Fitters/Millwrights. The employer will pay most of of the immigration costs and airline tickets. Applicants must have a good understanding of Hydraulics, Conveyors, Pumps and bearings. More can be seen here: https://tolko.com/divisions/canada/high-prairie-ab/

3 X Agriculture Equipment Sales Experts – FILLED

  • 2-3 Agriculture Equipment Salespersons are  required in SK. Several year of experience selling combines, tractors, tillage equipment, sprayers and planters is required
  • Wages will market related
  • Employer will pay 1 airline ticket,  the legal fees for the work permit and the LMIA

3 X Plumbers required in Vancouver – FILLED

  • Matrixvisa were requested to recruit 3 plumbers for a company in Vancouver
  • Wage are between CAD 35 and 45 per hour
  • Applicants must cary their own costs
  • Employer will pay and obtain the LMIA

14 X Heavy Duty Mechanic for Open Pit Coal Mine in Alberta (COSTS PAID BY EMPLOYER) – FILLED

  • $50.61 per hour.
  • 7 and 7, 12 hour day /night rotation.
  • Hourly employees, required to sign on for membership with the United Mine workers of America (UMWA) for a onetime $200.00 initiation fee, and $95.52 per month.• $1.10 per hour night shift premium
  • $600 per year for boot/clothing allowance. ($23.00 bi weekly taxable, benefit)
  • $1500 per year tool allowance ($57.70 bi-weekly, taxable benefit)
  • $600.00 per month Trades Allowance ($300.00 bi weekly, taxable benefit)
  • $500.00 per month Living Allowance ($250.00 bi weekly, taxable benefit
  • $500.00 yearly Fitness Allowance
  • Medical benefits on the 1st of the month following your start date.
  • 8% RSP Match program.
  • Relocation reimbursement of $5000.00 payable once the employee maintains their own permanent residence in the town
  • Reimbursement for the actual moving expenses will be forgivable over a 12-month period, commencing on the start date of employment, at 1/12th per month of continued employment with CST Coal. If the employee is terminated by either the employee or CST Coal, the balance of the reimbursement will be owed to the company immediately

15 X Millwrights/Fitters needed in High Level 7 hours North of Edmonton (COSTS PAID BY EMPLOYER) – FILLED

  • Our clients requested Matrixvisa to search for 15 millwrights/Fitters to work in an saw mill  located near High Level Alberta.
  • Required Skills and Abilities (must haves): Proficient in daily maintenance, installation, repair and troubleshooting of the following equipment:Hydraulics  Drives (motors with gearboxes), Conveyors,  Pumps,  Bearings and able to accurately read blueprints, plans and schematic drawings.
  • Must be available to work various shift schedules such as: 12 hour rotating shift schedule comprised of days and nights (42 hours a week with an averaging agreement), and/or 4 x 10 hour day shift schedule (40 hours a week).
  • Benefits/Wages
    • You will earn between $44.13- $48.97 range (rates inclusive of any eligible bonus program payouts). This role is eligible for overtime.
    • Healthcare coverage – dental, extended medical for you and any eligible dependent
    • Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP) – with company matching program available
    • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
    • Relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work. Relocation expenses cover eligible expenses for your move to Slave Lake (or surrounding area) to a maximum of $30,000, thirty-thousand dollars.

8  X Electricians needed in Slave Lake Alberta, 3 hours  North of Edmonton  COSTS PAID BY EMPLOYER – FILLED

  • Our clients requested Matrixvisa to search for 8 Electricians to work in an Orientated Strand Board (OSB) plant located near Slave Lake Alberta.
  • Required Skills and Abilities (must haves): PLCs (Allan Bradley, Rockwell, Control Logix), Humand Machine Interface, Motors,  Hydrualic Motion controls (sensors) Encoders See https://www.dynapar.com/technology/encoder_basics/motor_encoders/ in South Africa it is called “proxies” that communicate to the PLC , Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) such as Rockwell 535, 700 and 70 series;  Instrumentation: Temperature & pressure devices, Flow controls, Know instrumentation of end devices. Weigh belt calibration, Schematic reading
  • Must be available to work various shift schedules such as: 12 hour rotating shift schedule comprised of days and nights (42 hours a week with an averaging agreement), and/or 4 x 10 hour day shift schedule (40 hours a week).
  • Benefits/Wages
    • You will earn between $46.74 to $58.03 per hour (rates inclusive of any eligible bonus program payouts). This role is eligible for overtime.
    • Healthcare coverage – dental, extended medical for you and any eligible dependent
    • Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP) – with company matching program available
    • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
    • Relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work. Relocation expenses cover eligible expenses for your move to Slave Lake (or surrounding area) to a maximum of $30,000, thirty-thousand dollars.

8 X Millwrights/Fitters needed in Slave Lake Alberta, 3 hours North of Edmonton  COSTS PAID BY EMPLOYER – FILLED

  • Our clients requested Matrixvisa to search for 8 millwrights/Fitters to work in an Orientated Strand Board (OSB) plant located near Slave Lake Alberta.
  • Required Skills and Abilities (must haves):Proficient in daily maintenance, installation, repair and troubleshooting hydraulics, drives (motors with gearboxes), conveyors, pumps and bearings.
  • Experience with Computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is beneficial.
  • Must be available to work various shift schedules such as: 12 hour rotating shift schedule comprised of days and nights (42 hours a week with an averaging agreement), and/or 4 x 10 hour day shift schedule (40 hours a week).
  • Benefits/Wages
    • You will earn between $46.74 to $58.03 per hour (rates inclusive of any eligible bonus program payouts). This role is eligible for overtime.
    • Healthcare coverage – dental, extended medical for you and any eligible dependent
    • Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP) – with company matching program available
    • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
    • Relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work. Relocation expenses cover eligible expenses for your move to Slave Lake (or surrounding area) to a maximum of $30,000, thirty-thousand dollars.

6 X Long Distance Truck drivers are required for an employer in Saskatchewan – 4 FILLED

The employer is willing to fund the Mandatory Entry Level Trading (MELT) that cost CAD12 000. Applicants must have 2 years long distance truck driving experience. Long distance Truck driving is considered more than 160 km from the home base

6 X Fabrication-Welders (“boilermakers”) for Manufacturer in South West Ontario – 4 FILLED

A manufacturer of steel warehouses requested Matrixvisa to recruit 6 fabricators. Exceptional ability to read blue prints is required. This will be an afternoon shift: 4 pm to 1 am