Foreman - Field

Brandt; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Continuous learning

Advancement opportunities

Benefits coverage

RRSP / Pension

Job summary

Brandt in Fort McMurray seeks a Foreman to organize daily technician work, ensure quality repairs, and mentor the Service team. You will liaise with customers and the Service Manager on staffing and training needs, while maintaining cost control and service excellence.

The role emphasizes strong organizational skills, field scheduling, and the ability to work after-hours to support critical operations in the Fort McMurray service department.

Qualifications

• Certified Journeyman in Heavy Duty Equipment trade or equivalent.
• Strong organizational and mentoring abilities to support technicians.
• Willingness to be available after-hours and perform on-call duties.

Responsibilities

• Organize daily work and supervise service technicians for quality control.
• Maintain an organized, clean work environment and mentor staff.
• Advise Service Manager on technician skills and training needs.
• Communicate with customers and branch personnel to ensure service excellence.
• Establish and maintain an on-call field schedule and manage costs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Mentoring

After-hours availability

Physical stamina

Education

Certified Journeyman in Heavy Duty Equipment technician or equivalent designated trade

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Full-Time

Description

Brandt Tractor Ltd is currently seeking a Foreman reporting to our Fort McMurray location. The successful applicant for this position will be responsible for the daily organization and dispatch of technicians, providing quality repair work for the Fort McMurray 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 competitive 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, insurances, and more to support your and your family’s wellbeing.
• Retirement savings programs: Company matching 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.