Heavy Equipment Technician - Leadhand - Construction & Forestry (Barrie)

Brandt Group of Companies; Barrie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Continuous learning

Opportunities for advancement

Comprehensive benefits coverage

Pension/RRSP programs

Job summary

Brandt Group of Companies seeks a Lead Hand at our Barrie Construction & Forestry location to coordinate and direct the workload of the Service department for maximum efficiency and quality repair work.

You will advise on technician skills, participate in safety meetings, and may assume Shop Foreman duties in their absence while supporting reconditioning of equipment and delivery readiness.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a heavy-duty service technician.
• Journeyman certificate required.
• Ability to lead others and coordinate workloads.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Class 1 driver's license is an asset; forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the assignment of jobs and work areas to Service Department employees according to their skill and knowledge.
• Assist in the appraisal of repair orders and may participate in repairs, and review orders for accuracy and completeness.
• Directs and assists technicians and apprentices in diagnosing machine problems.
• Inspects and repairs all special tools; recommends new tooling as required.
• Advises Shop Foreman or Service Manager of customer complaints.
• Assists in coordinating and conducting quarterly safety meetings.
• May fill Shop Foreman’s role in their absence.
• May arrange for and participate in reconditioning of used equipment and setup of new equipment.
• May approve the release of equipment for delivery to customer.

Skills

Lead others

Communication

Shift versatility

Education

Journeyman certificate

Tools

Class 1 driver's license

Forklift license

Job description

Overview

Brandt is currently seeking a Lead Hand for our Barrie Construction & Forestry location. This position is responsible for coordinating and directing the workload of the Service department for maximum efficiency and productivity while providing quality repair work; advises makes recommendations to Shop Foreman and Service Manager regarding technician skills and training needed.

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 skill and knowledge


• Assist in the appraisal of repair orders coming into the Service Department and may participate in repairs, and review repair orders for accuracy and completeness


• Directs and assists technicians and apprentices in the diagnosis of machine problems


• Inspects and repairs all special tools; recommends new tooling as required


• Advises Shop Foreman or Service Manager of all customer complaints


• Assists the Shop Foreman or Service Manager with coordinating and conducting quarterly safety meetings


• May fill Shop Foreman’s role in their absence


• May arrange for and participate in reconditioning of used equipment and setup of new equipment


• May approve the release of equipment for delivery to customer


• May assist in providing performance feedback for service technicians and staff to the Service Manager


• Other duties as assigned

What We Look For

• Ability to work multiple shift patterns


• Ability to lead others


• Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills, and be able to present to groups


• Ability to use standard desktop application


• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds


• 5+ years’ experience as a heavy duty service technician


• Journeyman certificate required


• Class 1 driver’s license considered an asset


• 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.