Heavy Duty Mechanic-Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor

Title:                              Heavy Duty Mechanic - Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor

Department:                   Mountain Operations

Reports To:                     Operations Manager / Maintenance Manager

Summary of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager & Operations Manager, the Shop Foreman is a hands-on position that schedules and performs all routine and preventative maintenance to all mount Seymour’s vehicles and machinery.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in hiring, training and evaluating the work performance of Vehicle Maintenance Department team      members.
• Work with the Maintenance Manager to organize a preventative maintenance, inventory and record keeping system.
• Help manage/monitor inventories as they relate to maintenance areas, tools and equipment.
• To ensure the vehicle maintenance building and surrounding area is kept in a clean, safe and presentable manner. 
• To identify and prioritize vehicle maintenance requirements.
• To oversee all vehicle/equipment maintenance procedures and improvements as required.
• To ensure that all manufacturer’s guidelines and government regulations in regards to vehicle maintenance and repair are followed.
• Ordering, shipping and receiving of materials as required.
• Maintaining records in regards to maintenance work performed, materials used, quality and cost control.
• To ensure a high standard in all finished work, while remaining cost effective.
• Responsible for thorough record keeping and the reporting of equipment status including but not limited to work performed. 
• To help oversee the work of a Heavy Duty Mechanic’s Apprentice.
• To ensure the adherence of health and safety regulations when performing tasks.
• Report and rectify any unsafe acts
• Other Duties as required.

Qualifications:                 

• Must hold an Inter-Provincial Heavy Duty Mechanic Journeyman’s ticket or equivalent.
• A minimum of 3 years previous experience as a ticked Heavy Duty Mechanic with working knowledge of other related trades.
• Preferred working knowledge / experience with snow cats.
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish working relationships with managers, supervisors and co-workers.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to provide timely and high quality service in order to maximize guest and employee experiences.
• The ability to work well under pressure in a high volume environment.
• Ability to coach and supervise an apprentice.
• Ability to take direction and work with minimal supervision.
• Willing and able to work in all weather conditions while performing labour intensive duties.
• Ability to be a supportive team member.
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Able lift heavy weights 50lbs plus

Terms of Employment:

• Full time, year round position
• $42-$46/hour
• Benefits including health, dental, long term disability, RRSP
• Complimentary family seasons pass and shuttle pass.
• 3 weeks vacation 
• Range of industry discounts and perks 
• Tool allowance