Maintenance Supervisor - Kitchener, Canada - GFL Environmental Inc.

Description

Under the direction of the Fleet Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor will oversee the day-to-day operations of a maintenance department and the supervision of a team responsible for the preventive maintenance and repair of fleet.

Ensure all repairs and/or maintenance to equipment (diesel fleet, alternate fuel, containers, and other heavy-duty equipment) is performed in accordance with Company safety and compliance standards, and with all federal/state regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily planning and scheduling of all repair work to optimize productivity. Follow up on repairs being made, perform repairs as needed and appraise performance of shop personnel.
• Supervise, coach, train, evaluate employee performance or behavior; provide input into hiring, disciplinary action, terminations, compensation, and promotion decisions
• Conduct daily shop huddles and fleet walks
• Perform inspections of outside repairs to ensure all work was properly completed in accordance with Company's safety and compliance procedures and federal/state regulations; follow up where appropriate
• Track issues and conduct Quality Control Inspections (QCI's)
• Plan and schedule repairs in M5 planner and procure all parts for successful plan.
• Analyze the quality and effectiveness of the work performed
• Oversee repair diagnostics on more complex matters
• Conduct road test on equipment as necessary
• Assist with inventory control system to ensure necessary equipment and part levels are maintained and purchases are within budget
• Review and approve expenses that are within approval level; refer larger expenses or major repairs to manager
• Maintain knowledge of engine, emission systems, transmission, brake, hydraulic and electrical systems to perform advanced preventive and repair maintenance functions on heavy equipment and vehicles used by Company, both on site and on the road
• Update and submit required reports in a timely manner
• Manage related administrative matters for team, including payroll, employee records, records of all preventive and corrective maintenance performed, recording of all information into Company maintenance software
• Maintain open communication with other departments and leadership to ensure fluid and effective operations
• Assist in preparation and submittal of budget
• Introduce departmental goals and performance objectives established by District and Corporate leadership
• Ensure the cleanliness of the maintenance shops through regular inspections and preventive maintenance programs
• Conduct and/or attend periodic driver/safety meetings to maintain favorable working relationships among all employees and promote morale, productivity, and efficiency
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid Driver's License
• Three (3) or more years of heavy diesel truck maintenance experience
• One (1) or more years of lead technician or supervisory experience
• Microsoft Office experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to supervise, coach, counsel, discipline, and train employees
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
• Strong work ethic, demonstrating integrity, trust, and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to be a self-starter capable of working effectively in a fast-paced, team environment
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend reports and associated documents
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet time sensitive deadlines
• Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects
• Ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example: two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing
• Ability to make simple and repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists
• Ability to judge the distance between equipment and an object
• Flexibility to accept and adapt to change as well as the commitment to seek continuous improvement
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and other related state and federal regulations
• Knowledge of all tools required to perform repairs and maintenance on vehicles
• Knowledge of proper lifting techniques
• Full set of hand tools required.
• Knowledge of welding, compactor repair, air brake inspection, vehicle inspections.
• Commercial Driver's License preferred
• Solid Waste Industry or ancillary experience
• All EPA licensing and/or certifications consistent with field requirements
• Brake Inspector Certification and State Inspection Certification
• Certified Automotive Fleet Management (CAFM) Financial Systems, CAFM Risk Management and CAFM Information Management or experience with/knowledge of similar technology
• Ability to drive a pickup or heavy truck, equipped with a 5-7 speed manual shift transmission or automatic transmission, climbing in and out of the truck cab
• Employee is regularly required to talk, hear, listen, sit and stand
• Continuous riding in a vehicle, walking, standing, sitting, climbing, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, grasping/gripping, and pushing/pulling
• Work utilizing personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, safety-toed boot, utility gloves, reflective vest, hearing and eye protection, hard hat, etc.
• Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a step stool as necessary
• Physical ability to lift at least 50 pounds as needed and maintain steady work pace

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Position is full-time, exempt.

Days and hours of work are Monday-Saturday, regularly requiring long hours and occasional weekends and holidays as job duties demand.

Work Environment
The Maintenance Supervisor may work in various weather conditions.

May be exposed to unpleasant sights and smells, such as exhaust fumes, gasoline, diesel fuel, and other dangerous and/or toxic substances or chemicals.

Working around moving parts/objects, vehicles, machinery with moving parts.

Physical Demands

• Ability to drive a pickup or heavy truck, equipped with a 5-7 speed manual shift transmission or automatic transmission, climbing in and out of the truck cab
• Employee is regularly required to talk, hear, listen, sit and stand
• Continuous riding in a vehicle, walking, standing, sitting, climbing, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, grasping/gripping, and pushing/pulling
• Work utilizing personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, safety-toed boot, utility gloves, reflective vest, hearing and eye protection, hard hat, etc.
• Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a step stool as necessary
• Physical ability to lift at least 50 pounds as needed and maintain steady work pace

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL Environmental is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply.

We seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives.

We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

GFL will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.