Lead Shop Service Technician

Spartan Staffing Solutions; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Shop Service Technician to join their dynamic team in Mississauga. This pivotal role involves overseeing service department operations, guiding technicians, and ensuring high-quality repairs on heavy equipment. The ideal candidate will possess a Red Seal certificate and have extensive experience in the field. This position offers the opportunity to lead a skilled team and contribute to the success of a reputable company. If you are passionate about heavy machinery and have a knack for leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a heavy-duty service technician.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead and work multiple shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Assist with job assignments and appraisals in the Service Department.
• Direct and assist technicians in diagnosing machine problems.
• Coordinate quarterly safety meetings with the Shop Foreman.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Heavy-Duty Service Technician Experience

Problem Diagnosis

Education

421A Red Seal Certificate

Class 1 Driver's License

Forklift License

Tools

Standard Desktop Applications

Job description

Spartan Staffing Solutions has partnered with a National Heavy Equipment company. We are in search of Lead Shop Service Technician to join their team in Mississauga ON.

DUTIES & 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 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

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• 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 applications
• 5+ years’ experience as a heavy-duty service technician
• 421A Red Seal certificate required
• Class 1 driver’s license considered an asset
• Forklift license preferred
• Availability to work Second Shift (12pm to 10:30pm)