310T Lead Hand

GFL Environmental Inc.•Ayr, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At GFL, our Lead Hands play a vital role in driving shop safety, productivity, and technical excellence. In this key leadership and hands-on role, you will perform advanced repairs, maintenance, and diagnostics on our heavy vehicles and equipment while overseeing afternoon shift operations, coordinating work assignments, and mentoring apprentices in a brand-new facility.

Requirements

Valid 310T Truck and Coach License
Own tools required.
Advanced knowledge of commercial vehicle systems (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and computer diagnostics).
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to manage shift priorities and support team members.
5+ years of heavy truck/equipment maintenance experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a Lead Hand, Charge Hand, or Supervisory capacity within a heavy-duty shop environment is a strong asset.
Welding experience is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Oversees afternoon shift workflow, prioritizes daily repair orders, assigns tasks to technicians/apprentices, and ensures shift goals and turnarounds are met smoothly.
Performs complex diagnostics, routine maintenance, and emergency repairs on heavy vehicles and fleet equipment.
Diagnoses and repairs electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems using advanced fleet software and electronic tools.
Serves as a technical guide and mentor to apprentices, promoting safe work habits, proper tool usage, and quality workmanship.
Enforces all shop safety protocols and conducts regular work area inspections to ensure full compliance with corporate and OHSA standards.
Uses fleet maintenance software to update work orders, track repair times, manage parts consumption, and provide handover notes for the incoming shift.
Evaluates repair times/costs for major jobs and coordinates or conducts service calls for off-site emergency breakdowns as required.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.