Shop Lead Hand/Heavy Equipment Technician - Calgary, Canada - Colas

    Colas
    Colas Calgary, Canada

    1 month ago

    Colas background
    Description

    Subsidiary: Colas Western Canada Inc.

    9660 Enterprise Way SE Calgary, AB T3S 0A1

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    Standard General Calgary is a growing, dynamic contractor in land development and road construction in the greater Calgary area. Through our affiliation with the Colas Group of Companies, we are part of an organization that is a world leader in road construction. You'll be able to take advantage of professional development and growth opportunities while working on exciting, leading-edge projects. Standard General is dedicated to making a lasting impression through our work, our people and our relationships.

    Summary


    The Shop Lead Hand provides leadership to service technicians and helps manage schedules and repairs according to the shop superintendent.

    Key Responsibilities



    • Positively participate in Goal Zero Initiative

    • Provide leadership to shop service technicians.

    • Assist all customers with equipment repairs as required.

    • Ensure service technicians are given proper information to do the job efficiently and correctly.

    • Manage workload demands while performing maintenance and repairs as required

    • Work with shop management to maintain schedules, prioritize and delegate workload.

    • Understand and coach employees to follow the Colas 6S guidelines.

    • Ensure quality control to avoid rework.

    • Perform and manage weekly 6S shop inspections.

    • Occasional Afternoon shifts may be required

    • Maintain positive and professional relationships with co-workers, driver's and operational staff.

    • Ensure understanding of and comply with the principles of the company's Code of Ethics.

    • Other duties as required.

    Qualifications


    Education, Training, Diplomas and Certifications

    • Valid Alberta Journeyman Mechanical certification

    • Driver's license (Class 5) and satisfactory driver's abstract

    Work Experience

    • Minimum 5 years of experience in trade

    Technical Skills

    • Ability to read and understand parts and service manuals

    • In-depth knowledge of Road Construction Heavy Equipment and Trucks

    • Strong English communication skills (verbal and written)

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    Please note this position is a 60/40 split between supervising duties and mechanic duties.

    Job Closes: April 26, 2024

    Standard General Calgary offers exciting growth opportunities, excellent wages and benefits, and the opportunity to become part of a strong team and leader in the construction industry.

    We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.