Foreman

Brandt; Terrace; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health benefits

RRSP/Pension plan

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Brandt Tractor Ltd is seeking a Foreman to oversee the Williams Lake Construction and Forestry service location. You will organize daily work, dispatch technicians, and ensure quality repair work while mentoring staff.

The ideal candidate will have a Journeyman Heavy Duty Equipment qualification, strong leadership, and the ability to manage after-hours calls. Competitive wages and benefits are offered at Brandt.

Qualifications

• Certified journeyman in Heavy Duty Equipment technician trade or equivalent.
• Experience in a heavy equipment service environment is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and be available after-hours.

Responsibilities

• Organize the work and ensure quality control.
• Supervise service technicians.
• Maintain an organized, clean work environment.
• Advise and mentor technicians.
• Commit to customer service and service excellence.
• Communicate effectively with customers and branch personnel.
• Manage the on-call field schedule.
• Open/close work orders and prepare warranty paperwork.
• Support costs control and department profitability.

Skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

After-hours availability

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

Journeyman in Heavy Duty Equipment

Tools

John Deere familiarity

Job description

102 - 5221 Keith Ave
Terrace, BC V8G1L2, CAN

• Full-Time
• Requisition #: FOREM002445

Description

Brandt Tractor Ltd is currently seeking a Foreman reporting to our Williams Lake 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
• Familiarity with John Deere and competitive products 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!