Superintendent, Mechanical

GetHired, Inc.; Fort St. John; Remote; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

Pension plan

Medical benefits

Learning and advancement opportunities

Job summary

Dawson Road Maintenance is seeking a Superintendent, Mechanical to lead fleet maintenance, planning and shop operations from our Fort St. John, BC base.

You will supervise the mechanical team, drive reliability, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The role requires a Journeyman Certificate in Heavy Duty or equivalent, 3 years of supervisory experience, and a strong focus on maintenance planning and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Journeyman certificate in heavy duty or commercial transport mechanics; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a mechanical role.
• Valid driver’s license; Class 5 required; Class 3 with Air an asset.
• CVIP inspection license preferred; willingness to acquire.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule maintenance and repairs for the fleet, including preventative maintenance.
• Direct maintenance team in shop operations and ensure safe, efficient workflows.
• Supervise mechanical staff and coach for performance and safety.
• Ensure calibration and inspection per manufacturer or government standards.
• Identify spare parts sources and maintain equipment readiness.
• Track production and activity of the mechanic workforce.
• Maintain equipment history files for performance analysis.
• Support safety programs and regulatory compliance across operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Team coaching

Driver's license

Preventative maintenance knowledge

Knowledge of heavy equipment/trucks

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Electronic records awareness

Microsoft Office, Power BI

True Context familiarity

Education

Journeyman Certificate in Heavy Duty or Commercial Transport Mechanics

Tools

Power BI

True Context

Automated Vehicle Tracking

Microsoft Office

Teams

Job description

Dawson Road Maintenance is looking for a highly skilled leader to ensure optimal fleet service and reliability through proficient equipment maintenance, detailed planning, and organizational expertise, consistently achieving company objectives.

In this role, you will be a valued member of Dawson Road Maintenance, working in a permanent, full-time position of Superintendent, Mechanical will report to the Manager, Operations. This position is based in Fort St. John, BC and may require some local travel and throughout our great province.

WHY FORT ST. JOHN

Working from Fort St. John in this 5-days-per-week position offers the best of both worlds: a rewarding career and more time for the life you love. With a schedule that lets you sleep at home each night, you'll spend less time away and more time with family, friends, and your community. Fort St. John combines big-city amenities with a small-town feel, offering access to recreation, arts, dining, and outdoor adventure right at your doorstep. Whether you enjoy lakes, hiking, fishing, or simply taking advantage of the region's long summer days, you'll have more opportunities to enjoy your downtime while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• Determine methods and course of action to achieve departmental goals, using effective planning to reach efficient performance.
• Schedule and prioritize equipment repair and maintenance on all equipment, including preventative maintenance and warranty compliance schedules.
• Manages and directs the activities of maintenance team in proper shop operating procedures.
• Supervises and coaches the activities of all mechanical employees of highway maintenance equipment.
• Ensure that all equipment is completely inspected and is calibrated based on the manufacturer’s recommendations or government standard.
• Support on-the-job including identifying all sources of equipment maintenance, repair and spare parts. Ensure the ready status of idle equipment.
• Establish productivity expectations and track the production and activity of the mechanic workforce.
• Develop and maintain files on all equipment for historical data.
• Effectively train, coach, discipline and develop employees to achieve and maintain positive working relationships within the maintenance shop.
• Support and monitor compliance with the company Safe and Efficient Equipment Program, Environmental Management Plan and Occupational Health & Safety Plan.
• Ensure compliance with WSBC, ICBC & Commercial Transport regulations (CVSE).

WHAT YOU BRING

• Journeyman Certificate in Heavy Duty or Commercial Transport Mechanics or equivalent experience.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Driver’s License, minimum Class 5. Class 3 with Air is an asset.
• CVIP Inspection license is preferred, or willingness to acquire.
• Knowledge and experience in Preventative Maintenance Programs.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment and trucks is preferred.
• Knowledge of applicable national laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Familiar with equipment electronic record systems including Automated Vehicle Tracking.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Teams, Power BI and True Context is an asset.
• Effective management skills, with a strong focus on operations and business processes.
• Understanding of road maintenance, equipment, and construction industry.
• Strong ability to coach the team to get the best out of everyone.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

BENEFITS

Looking to be a key member of a well-established family-owned company? Our core values include: People First, Integrity, Excellence and Respect and as such we are committed to providing an environment that supports the growth and effectiveness of our employees and the organization. You will work for a company that offers an excellent compensation package, pension, and medical benefits, as well as learning and long-term advancement opportunities.

Dawson Group is expanding our reach and need people like you to join us on our journey, and to help us continue safely connecting our communities.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.