Licensed 310T Shop Foreman/woman

Student Transportation of Canada•Greater Sudbury, ON

73d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting jointly to the Branch Manager and the Area Manager of Maintenance, the Shop Foreman is responsible for the safe and systematic operation of a multi-bay maintenance facility. The incumbent will supervise 310T and 310S Licensed Mechanics, non-licensed mechanics, apprentices and other shop employees. The Foreman is responsible for planning the day-to-day preventative and post incident repairs of a large fleet of commercial vehicles, diagnosing and assigning all repairs for mechanical issues and problems discovered in various commercial School Buses and civilian class vehicles. The Foreman will be an expert within their trade, a strong communicator and will possess the ability to lead. They will provide superior customer service while interacting with various stakeholders including, School Bus Drivers, Dispatchers, Managers, Peer Mechanics, Apprentices and Governmental Agencies.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years within a fast-paced shop environment
3 years leading a team or serving as a Foremen
Possess and maintain in good standing a valid 310T License
Valid Driver’s License
Thorough working knowledge of Municipal, Provincial and Federal safety provisions
Excellent trouble shooting and diagnosis skills
Ability to work in a team-based, collaborative work environment

Nice To Haves

Practical experience in preventative maintenance practices, within the School Bus industry an asset

Responsibilities

Lead a team of skilled trade professionals
Maintain an organized and clean shop
Monitor activities; mentor and train developing mechanics
Co-ordinate repairs and rentals
Supervise workers and projects
Co-ordinate and schedule activities
Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
Requisition or order materials, equipment, supplies and parts through our established vendor network
Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve work methods
Ensure all vehicle inspections are completed in a timely fashion each month
Perform service calls and cold starts as required
Adhere to compliance-based regulations from a Company, Federal, Provincial and Municipal perspective
Complete reports to record problems and work performed
Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
Maintain parts inventory as required and process warranty claims and assist warranty department
Review and validate work orders and close in a timely manner
Ensure compliance for all company and other required SOP’s
Direct and support facility maintenance activities as required to maintain shop safety, organization and shop readiness