Shop Foreman - Jobs in Nisku, AB

Job Description

Urban Life Solutions is currently looking for a Shop Foreman to work with our Fleet & Facility team in Nisku. This position will be responsible for day-to-day work dispatch for up to 6 shop staff (Heavy Duty, Automotive, Apprentices and Fleet attendants ) and be in direct communication with operational team leaders about deliverables. While also inspecting, diagnosing, and providing repairs to landscape maintenance, construction and snow & ice management equipment and vehicles, along side towing and recovery units.Major Responsibilities

• Demonstrating safety leadership and safe work practices at all times
• Working in accordance with ULS policies and procedures
• Providing exceptional customer service & client experiences
• Work with the Fleet coordinator to triage repair entry’s
• Assist the Fleet coordinator with supplying accurate information to operations
• Communication with journeymen, apprentices and Fleet attendants about work orders and timelines
• Production time management for all groups within the shop
• Over see repairs and advise on repair procedures
• Work with Supply Chain/Procurement Team Member to ensure consumables are in stock
• Recruit and hire new shop employees
• Provides employee training.
• Creates and manages employee schedule and weekly payroll time tracking and approvals
• Review work completed to ensure it is up to quality standards
• Operates shop machinery such as skid steer loaders, Utility wheel loaders
• Ensures that shop area is clean, organized, and free of dangerous or hazardous material
• Additional tasks as required

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in a shop foremen/manager role
• Registered Heavy Equipment Tech and/or Automotive Technician preferred
• Valid Driver’s License
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage tasks in a timely and efficient manner
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and succeed
• Ability to take direction and work independently as well as part of a team
• Legally authorized to work in Canada
• All successfully candidates must provide a recent criminal record check as part of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with computer maintenance programs
• Experience utilizing SharePoint or other work order tracking system
• First Aid Training
• Hydraulic experience
• Diesel engine diagnostic experience

Working conditions

• Monday – Friday, Typically 40 hours per week
• Working within both indoor (60-80%) and outdoor (up to 40%) work environments; ability to withstand cold and hot temperatures, dusty and loud work environments
• Full range of body motion; including repetitive motions which specifically affect upper body use
• Considerable standing, walking, squatting, pushing/pulling, grasping, lifting, and reaching
• Some climbing, sitting, and driving
• Manual and finger dexterity as well as eye-hand and foot coordination
• Ability to perform tasks involving heavy lifting/carrying of items up to 80lbs

Join our Team. Let’s get growing together!We thank all applicants for applying; only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.Why Urban Life Solutions: Urban Life Solutions offers both seasonal and year round employment. All our team members are provided with a well-rounded compensation package that includes competitive wages, field wear, training allowances, bonuses, benefits and the opportunity for advancement within the industry. Urban Life Solutions also provides the necessary training to do the job in a professional manner while maintaining safety guidelines. Come join our team and get involved with one of the largest and most progressive full service landscape companies in Canada!Job Type: Full-timeSalary: $40.00-$50.00 per hourBenefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Nisku, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

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