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!

Valley Blacktop, a division of Terus Construction Ltd., is seeking a Shop Foreman. This position is based in Revelstoke, BC.

Reporting to the Area Manager, you will provide support and supervise employees to complete daily repairs and preventive maintenance and perform related assigned tasks and duties under limited supervision.

Duties / Tasks:

• Schedule, coordinate and supervise the daily activities of mechanics
• Must be able to support our vision in shop excellence and maintain a working environment that meets the Colas requirement.
• Responsible for developing safe behavior in safety and health compliance
• Supervises and directs employees in performing operations ensuring company guidelines and policies are followed
• Conduct site safety inspections, safety meetings, hazard assessment and employee orientations
• Monitor estimated equipment repair costs to actual equipment repair costs and improve processes
• Responsible for developing safe behavior in safety and health compliance
• Monitor and report daily costing
• Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity
• Ensure materials and supplies are available when required
• Coordinate and monitor the training and development of mechanics and welders
• Perform maintenance and repair activities on various pieces of heavy equipment
• Perform routine maintenance checks and adjustments to fluid levels, hoses, belts, brakes, tires and clutches.
• Diagnose problems, disassemble units, repair or replace parts and re-assemble units
• Assist in completing all maintenance inspections.
• Ensure all repairs completed are documented.
• Record any equipment deficiencies.
• Organization and scheduling of all repairs & inspections
• Other duties as required

Qualifications/ Experience:

• Registered Journeyman Mechanic Certificate
• Minimum 5 years experience as a Heavy Duty Mechanic
• Strong technical knowledge and mechanical aptitude to perform service on various equipment ranging from heavy duty equipment to small engine and parts.
• Extensive knowledge of construction equipment
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask is a must.
• Team player
• Proficient in computers / tablets for daily maintenance records, timecards, reporting.

Requirements

• Must be able to work respecting safety policies and procedures. Perform duties safely. around mobile equipment and have a high sense of safety awareness while performing his/ her work.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.
• Must comply with the company\'s drug and alcohol policy, including testing requirements.
• Must comply with all company policies.
• Valid drivers license

To apply, please visit: www.terusconstruction.ca

We 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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