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Shop Foreman
A growing Mechanic Shop / Construction Equipment company on the West Side requires a Shop Foreman to direct and support road and in-house shop mechanics.
Are you looking for a great place to work? A place where we make customers lives better? A place where you can use your passion and professionalism for repair in a new way?
Then think about us for this outstanding (and unique) opportunity.
Why Apply?
- Strong compensation plan (including benefits and RRSP match)
- Growing company
- Really good team/culture
- Regular business hours; Monday - Friday
- Long term stability of organization
- Free parking
If you are looking to break away from the “status quo” by joining an organization – where you will have the ability to put your stamp on things - maybe this is the place for you!
JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW
· Manage mechanics
· Maintain company equipment
· Troubleshoot problems
· Manage education of team
· Manage supplies for mechanics
· Warranty claim submissions
· Prepare customer estimates
· Complete work orders
· Manage and administer safety program
· Provide customer service and customer communication
SPECIFIC RESONSIBILITIES
Responsible for all shop mechanics
Responsible for shop hand
Ensure workplace is safe
Ensure all mechanics & shop hands work safely
Have shop at capacity for customer repairs
All Shop job quotes prepared and ready for customer’s review
Keep shop and yard clean and orderly
Ensure all mechanics are enrolled in apprenticeship and properly scheduled for school and training
Make sure all shop work orders are completed in an orderly fashion for invoicing as well as descriptions are correct and all products are accounted for
Testing all completed jobs before delivery to ensure quality
Maintain all shop equipment and keep in a safe and good working condition
Assist in the shop helping all mechanics
Ensure all equipment is ready for rent or for sale
Make sure all parts needed are properly ordered and proper freight is applied
Arbitrate any discrepancies with customers regarding billings
Coordinate all trucking shipments to ensure unloaded safely
QUALIFICATIONS
· 5+ years of strong HD full-time work experience
· Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic Certificate
· Demonstrated proficiency in written/oral communication (writing, planning, editing, formatting) in the English language
· Fluent in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
· Experience in customer service is an asset
· Ability to establish priorities, work independently, problem solve and proceed with objectives without supervision
· Must be alert and resourceful and be able to interact with a cross section of individuals
Type of Person Who Will Succeed in this Role
· Committed –To safety and teamwork
· Detail Oriented – Can see the smallest details, but also the big picture
· Customer Centric – Approach in all that you do
· Positive and Outgoing – You interact in a socially engaging manner
· Sense of Urgency – Can work quickly & effectively in a fast-paced business
Next Steps
If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you are qualified to join our team, we would love to hear from you. Please send us your resume, and maybe a cover letter telling us how awesome you are !
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in us.
We believe strongly in diversity.
By applying you confirm that you are eligible to work in Canada.
Pay: $35.00-$37.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Application question(s):
- How woudl you rate your experience on Word and Excel - out of 10 - why ?
Experience:
- HD Mech: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic Certificate (preferred)
Location:
Work Location: In person
