Job Description

Subsidiary: Colas Western Canada Inc.

Terus Construction Ltd. is an integrated road construction and materials manufacturing company, which has been building roads in British Columbia and the Yukon Territory for over 30 years through decentralized business centers.

Road construction, asphalt paving, aggregate production, hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete supply are the core activities. In addition, the Company acts as general contractor on civil construction projects, including excavation, utilities, concrete placement, sidewalks, and curbs, and in all kind of road construction related activities.

Over 800 jobs every year are performed through more than 20 decentralized business centers, such as highway rehabilitation, airport construction, industrial, municipal and commercial work, subdivisions. More than 550 employees are locally employed.

Terus Construction provides challenging and rewarding opportunities in an entrepreneurial, diverse, inclusive and respectful work environment. As our growth creates new career opportunities, likely there is the right one for you!

Job Summary

The full-time Equipment Coordinator position is based in Crescent Valley, British Columbia. As part of the Management team, you will work with the operating companies to plan and execute Equipment Maintenance and Utilization strategies in the BC South Division. You will provide insight and leadership to optimize, maintain and upgrade capital assets.

Main Responsibilities

• Work with Head Office Asset Manager in regard to all asset management functions.
• Support Operations in budgeted equipment procurement and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance to equipment/asset management corporate guidelines and strategies
• Develop, and monitor plans and programs for the efficient and effective management of assets.
• Prepare and present a range of reports including Capex, Equipment Utilization for use by operating company management team
• Recommend measures for improvement from an asset management perspective
• Travel regularly to operations sites to conduct inspections and assessments and support local management in resolving issues surrounding their area of responsibilities.
• Develop and implement asset sell off strategy for old and obsolete equipment
• Provides recommendations to optimize equipment efficiencies and implement the equipment replacement schedule
• Support operations to ensure efficient inventory management and maintenance functions.
• Ensure that operations track records of fuel consumption, licenses, inspections, warranties and service agreements for the division\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s fleet, production equipment and fixed assets.
• Minimizes organizational cost through product standardization and tracking.

Profile

• Comprehensive leadership, mentoring, communication and analytical skills.
• Excellent scheduling and organizational skills.
• Detail oriented and customer driven.
• Self-motivated and ability to work within a team environment.
• Willingness for continuous learning and advancement of technical knowledge.
• Extensive knowledge of construction equipment and asphalt and concrete plants.
• Knowledge in safety procedures and policies.
• Extensive background in reading and understanding equipment manuals.
• Proficiency in software platforms such as Excel, Word, and JD Edwards.

Experience/Education

• Combination of technical training, paired with vocational education, such as licensed Heavy Duty Mechanic certificate OR a degree in mechanical engineering with vocational experience
• 5 plus years of experience in the construction industry.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with a company-matched pension plan. In addition, the company offers many development opportunities through tailored training programs.
To submit your cover letter and resume, please visit our website www.terusconstruction.ca.

Terus Construction would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However, only applicants selected to be interviewed will be contacted.

Terus Construction Ltd. offers opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high-performance organization including competitive salary and benefits package, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Must be able to meet all safety requirements including pre-employment drug/alcohol testing.

We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However only applicants selected to be interviewed will be contacted.

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