Heavy Equipment Technician Lead Hand

Lead Hand The Role: The Lead Hand is responsible for ensuring the smooth operations of our maintenance team at our shop at 318. Promoting a safe and efficient work environment, the Lead Hand position will be a liaison for the team and our client. The Lead Hand position reports directly to the Supervisor and/or other designated leaders. Accountabilities: * Assist with daily operational activities for assigned work areas. * Ensuring work activities are performed in a safe, productive, and efficient manner. * Ensure all required paperwork including but not limited to; time sheets, FLRA’s, work orders, maintenance requests are submitted in a timely manner. * Represent the company as a liaison to aid customer, employee, or contractor concerns in a professional manner. * Ensure all site rules are communicated to employees and adhered to at all times. * Support field operations in all aspects. * Provide leadership in safety and quality performance and ensure due diligence in client and regulatory compliance. * Reporting to Department Managers divisional concerns, issues, and performance of the team * Contribute to the training and mentorship program for all new hires. * Perform other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management and as required by the needs of the business. * Supervise daily operational activities. Ensures work activities are performed in a safe, productive, and efficient manner * All other duties as assigned. Requirements and Competencies: * Class Three (3) Drivers Licence with Air Brake Endorsement is an asset. * Minimum Class Five (5) Drivers Licence required. * Clean 5-year Drivers Abstract. * Red Seal Journeyperson HET * Ability to remain safety-focused and all follow safe work practices. * Previous experience operating small and mobile equipment is preferred. * Able to work in all weather and working site conditions. * Ability to access all client sites as required. * Common Safety Orientation (CSO) certification or equivalent. * Physically able to complete the duties of the position. * Successfully complete all pre-employment drug, alcohol, and physical abilities testing. Key Competencies & Skills: * Strong leadership and team management skills * Ability to develop and implement effective maintenance strategies * Knowledge of safety regulations and maintenance best practices * Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities * Proficient in maintenance management systems and recordkeeping Qualifications: * Proven experience in a leadership role * Strong knowledge of equipment repair and maintenance procedures * Relevant certifications or technical qualifications (preferred) Schedule: * The schedule position is a 7 days on, 7 off rotation followed by 7 nights on and 7 days off, 12 hours per day, 1/2 hour unpaid lunch, averaging arrangement Salary: * Competitive total compensation package including comprehensive benefits. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are eligible will be contacted. About Us: McKay Métis Contracting is part of the McKay Metis Group Ltd (MMG). MMG is the business arm of the McKay Métis Nation (MMN), a proud part of the community and seeking to embody their stakeholders’ vision and values in all that they do. Affiliates and partners specialize in services such as civil construction, security, rig moving, site amenities, industrial solutions, crane services, transportation, speciality and commodity, chemicals and more. Profits generated by our business are reinvested in the community including the Fort McKay beautification program, community parks, affordable housing, post-secondary scholarships for community members, and ongoing investment in local infrastructure. Want to know more about us? Visit: https://www.mckaymetisgroup.com/ [https://www.mckaymetisgroup.com/]

The Lead Hand oversees daily maintenance operations, ensuring safety, productivity, and efficient workflow within the shop. They act as a liaison between the team and clients while providing mentorship and leadership to staff.

Candidates must hold a Red Seal Journeyperson HET certification and a valid Class 5 driver's license. A clean 5-year driver's abstract and the ability to pass pre-employment drug, alcohol, and physical testing are mandatory.

• Comprehensive benefits

• Problem solvingPreferred
• LeadershipPreferred

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• Leadership
• Team management
• Maintenance strategies
• Safety regulations
• Problem-solving
• Decision-making
• Maintenance management systems
• Recordkeeping
• Equipment repair
• Mentorship
• Operational oversight
• Regulatory compliance
• Heavy equipment maintenance

• Trades
• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Energy
• Transportation

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week