Foreman

Brandt Group of Companies; Regina; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Training opportunities

Career advancement

Health and dental benefits

RRSP / Pension

Job summary

Brandt Tractor Ltd in Regina is seeking a Foreman to oversee daily organization and dispatch of technicians at the construction and forestry location.

You will mentor technicians, ensure quality repair work, and advise the Service Manager on skill needs. If you thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and are committed to service excellence, join Brandt and contribute to our trusted network.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be a certified Journeyman in the Heavy Duty Equipment technician trade.
• Experience in a service department and heavy equipment environment is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and basic Microsoft Office abilities required.
• Willingness to be available after-hours and able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Familiarity with John Deere products is a plus; forklift license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize the work and ensure quality control across the team.
• Supervise the service technicians and mentor them as needed.
• Maintain an organized, clean work environment in the shop.
• Advise and mentor technicians on best practices and training needs.
• Communicate effectively with customers, the service team and branch personnel.
• Establish and maintain an on-call field schedule.
• Open/close work orders and prepare warranty related paperwork.
• Monitor costs and overall profitability of the department.

Skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

After-hours availability

Heavy lifting

Heavy equipment experience

John Deere familiarity

Forklift license preferred

Education

Certified Journeyman in Heavy Duty Equipment Technician trade

Tools

Forklift certification

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Brandt Tractor Ltd is currently seeking a Foreman reporting to our Regina Construction and Forestry location. The successful applicant for this position will be responsible for the daily organization and dispatch of technicians, providing quality repair work for the Campbell River service Department, advising and making 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

• Responsible for the organization of the work performed and quality control
• Supervise the work of service technicians
• Maintain an organized, clean work environment
• Advise and mentor technicians
• Commitment to customer service and service excellence
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with customers, the service team, and other branch personnel
• Establish & maintain an on-call field schedule
• Converse with the customers and operators on the phone, email, or in person
• Manage costs and ensure profitability of the department
• Opening and closing work orders, preparing work orders for warranty
• Other duties as required

What We Look For

• Strong organizational skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills required
• Candidates must be willing to be available after-hours
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Previous mechanical experience in a heavy equipment environment is an asset
• Certified Journeyman in the Heavy Duty Equipment technician trade or equivalent designated trade required
• Experience in a service department setting required
• Familiarity with John Deere and competitive products preferred
• Forklift license preferred

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!