Field Foreman - Heavy Equipment - Construction & Forestry

Brandt; Val-d'Or; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Continuous Learning

Advancement opportunities

Comprehensive benefits

Pension and RRSP programs

Job summary

Brandt is seeking a Field Foreman for our Val-d'Or Construction & Forestry location. You will coordinate workload, direct service technicians, and advise on skills and training needs to maximize efficiency and productivity.

The role requires 3–5 years’ experience as a heavy-duty technician or related leadership in a field service team, with strong communication and organizational abilities. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to meet deadlines and lead others in a busy service environment.
• Proficiency with MS Office and standard desktop tools required.
• Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assigning jobs/work areas to Service Department staff.
• Appraise repair orders and participate in repairs as needed.
• Diagnose machine problems with technicians and apprentices.
• Inspect and approve tooling and equipment.
• Advise on customer complaints and coordinate safety meetings.
• Maintain on-call field schedules and training coordination.
• Support in opening/closing work orders and warranty prep.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Deadline management

Leadership

MS Office proficiency

Heavy equipment knowledge

Education

Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician

Tools

John Deere knowledge

Job description

Field Foreman - Heavy Equipment - Construction & Forestry

Locations

1400 3e Ave E
Val D'or, QC J9P0J6, CAN

• Full-Time
• Requisition #: CONTR002182

Description

Brandt is currently seeking a Field Foreman for our Val d'Or Construction & Forestry location.

This position is responsible for assisting with coordinating and directing the workload of the Service Department for maximum efficiency and productivity while providing quality repair work; advise and make recommendations to the Service Manager regarding technician skills and training needs.

Who We Are

Brandt is a customer driven company, privately owned and family run, strengthened by diversification and succeeding through specialization. We operate over 170 locations across Canada, the USA, Australia, and New Zealand.

For nine decades, the people of Brandt have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the hardworking people that we serve. And really, there’s no place we’d rather be because just like them, it’s when we’re working hard and getting things done that we’re at our best.

Our success is driven by a passionate belief in the unlimited potential of our company and the ultimate success of our customers and we act on that belief every single day.

That’s Powerful Value, Delivered.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Assists with the assignment of jobs and work areas to Service Department employees according to their skills and knowledge
• Assists in the appraisal of repair orders coming into the Service Department and may participate in repairs; may review repair orders for accuracy and completeness
• Directs and assists in the diagnosis of machine problems of technicians and apprentices
• Inspects and repairs all special tools; recommends new tooling as required
• Advises Service Manager of all customer complaints
• Establish and maintain on-call field schedule
• Coordinates and schedules in-house technician training
• Assists the Service Manager with coordinating and conducting quarterly safety meetings
• May arrange for and participate in re-conditioning of used equipment and set-up of new equipment
• May approve the release of equipment for delivery to the customer
• Opening and closing work orders, preparing work orders for warranty
• May assist in providing performance feedback for service technicians and staff to the Service
• Other duties as assigned

What We Look For

• Must possess excellent communication/organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other standard desktop functions
• Ability to lead others
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as a Heavy Duty Service Technician required
• Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician preferred
• Familiar with John Deere and competitive products

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation: we offer fair, market-based wages that recognize your skills, experience, and contributions.
• Continuous Learning: through on-the-job training and educational opportunities.
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing company that values initiative and teamwork.
• Comprehensive benefits coverage: including health, dental and more to support your wellbeing.
• Retirement savings programs: Pension and RRSP programs to help you invest in your future.

When you work for Brandt, we work for you. It’s as simple as that.