Mechanic - Shop Lead

Battlefield Equipment Rentals•Sudbury, ON

12d•CA$35 - CA$40•Onsite

About The Position

At Battlefield Equipment Rentals, we don’t just rent out top-tier construction equipment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a real impact in local communities every day. As part of the Toromont Industries Ltd. family, we’re proud to be Canada’s leading construction equipment rental company and you can find our equipment powering projects on jobsites across Canada! If you want a career with purpose, a team that has your back, and a company that invests in your success then apply today and join us in building tomorrow together. If you’re a skilled Heavy Equipment Mechanic who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and takes pride in quality workmanship and mentoring junior mechanics, we want to hear from you. As a key member of the Service team, the Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic plays a vital role in keeping our rental fleet and customer equipment operating safely, reliably, and effectively.

Requirements

An experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic with strong diagnostic and failure analysis skills.
Hands-on experience repairing and maintaining a wide range of construction equipment including Genie, Skyjack and CAT.
Previous supervisory and leadership experience.
Excellent communication skills and a knack for making customers feel valued.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage daily schedules, coordinate materials and equipment and monitor inventory.
Strong computer skills and familiarity with CAT systems (ET and SIS would be considered an asset).
Ability to work effectively within a team environment with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work independently with excellent time management and organizational skills.
Ability to perform heavy lifting regularly up to 50lbs.
A strong commitment to safe work practices, environmental responsibility, and Battlefield’s health and safety policies.
A technical understanding of CAT equipment would be considered an asset.
Flexibility to support on-call schedules and adapt to business demands.
Hydraulic system knowledge.
Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and organized shop environment.
Ownership of personal tools required for the role.

Nice To Haves

A Licensed Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Preferred)
Apprentices are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation.
Ensure all team members are adhering to safety policies and procedures.
Act as a technical advisor on major repairs when needed.
Mentor junior mechanics and act as a teacher to support their development.
Assign day to day work assignments to the service team.
Work with the Service Manager to determine when fleet units have reached their lifespan.
Act as a liaison between head office and our technicians when diagnosing difficult problems.
Ensure mechanics have the necessary tools to complete all jobs safely and effectively.
Accurately record productivity levels and quality of work being performed.
Coordinate tasks with the service manager and oversee the activities of the department.
Help integrate new mechanics into the shop and ensure they follow existing procedures.
Ensure tasks are completed in an appropriate time frame.
Assist mechanics with repairs when needed.
Assist service coordinators and customers with questions.
Work cross-functionally with other departments to ensure timely repairs and service delivery.
Collaborate seamlessly with your colleagues to create a supportive and efficient work environment.
Follow all workplace safety protocols and environmentally sound practices, making sure everyone stays safe.