Industry · Skilled trades

Skilled trades recruitment in Québec

Electricians, plumbers, welders, refrigeration mechanics: good tradespeople are rare and already in demand. We go out and find them, and we verify their qualifications.

Profiles we look for

The profiles we recruit.

  • Electricians
  • Plumbers and pipefitters
  • Welders
  • Refrigeration and HVAC technicians
  • Insulators
  • Sheet metal workers

Industry challenges

What makes hiring hard, and how we respond.

01

The shortage of skilled labour

Good candidates don't always apply. Direct headhunting makes the difference.

02

Regulatory requirements

Competency cards, licences and certifications vary by trade: we verify them.

03

The next generation

We also recruit motivated apprentices you can train.

Our process

Our process, adapted to your industry.

One Apex contact supports you at every step, from the start of the search to onboarding.

  1. We take the time to understand the role, the team, the schedule, the pay and what makes an employee succeed with you.

  2. Together we define the profile, the channels to activate and a realistic timeline.

  3. We tap into the Apex candidate pool, targeted job postings and direct outreach to people who are currently employed.

  4. Screening call: actual experience, salary, availability, licences, work authorization.

  5. A structured interview to assess skills and fit with your workplace.

  6. You receive a short list of assessed candidates, with a clear summary and our recommendation.

  7. We coordinate interviews, support you with the offer and follow up after the new hire starts.

Sample positions

Some of the positions we recruit for.

  • Electrician
  • Plumber
  • Welder
  • Refrigeration mechanic
  • HVAC technician
  • Insulator
  • Sheet metal worker
  • Apprentice

Employers

A skilled trades position to fill?

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Candidates

Do you work, or want to work, in this industry?

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do you recruit tradespeople?

Through direct outreach, our candidate pool and professional networks, followed by an assessment of real experience.

Can you find apprentices?

Yes, we also recruit candidates at the start of their career who show good potential.

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