310T Lead Hand
Ayr, Ontario
Job Summary
At GFL, our Lead Hands play a vital role in driving shop safety, productivity, and technical excellence. In this key leadership and hands-on role, you will perform advanced repairs, maintenance, and diagnostics on our heavy vehicles and equipment while overseeing afternoon shift operations, coordinating work assignments, and mentoring apprentices in a brand-new facility.
Why GFL
Comprehensive Health Benefits: 100% Employer-paid benefits program for you and your family.
Retirement & Wealth Growth: Group Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching, Stock Options
Financial Incentives: Paid Vacation, Shift Incentive (Afternoon Premium), Boot Allowance and Tool Allowance.
Workplace Gear & Support: Uniforms provided.
Employment Stability: Permanent full-time role with opportunities for Overtime and Advancement.
Flexible Earnings: Optional Weekend work available at the discretion of Management.
Modern Fleet & Shop: Maintenance support for a fleet of 2020–2023 Mack & Volvos in a brand-new maintenance shop featuring 6 double-length bays.
Requirements
Licensing: Valid 310T Truck and Coach License
Equipment & Tools: Own tools required.
Leadership Experience: Prior experience in a Lead Hand, Charge Hand, or Supervisory capacity within a heavy-duty shop environment is a strong asset.
Technical Expertise: Advanced knowledge of commercial vehicle systems (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and computer diagnostics). Welding experience is considered an asset.
Communication & Teamwork: Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to manage shift priorities and support team members.
Experience: 5+ years of heavy truck/equipment maintenance experience preferred.
Responsibilities
Shift Leadership & Coordination: Oversees afternoon shift workflow, prioritizes daily repair orders, assigns tasks to technicians/apprentices, and ensures shift goals and turnarounds are met smoothly.
Maintenance & Repair Operations: Performs complex diagnostics, routine maintenance, and emergency repairs on heavy vehicles and fleet equipment.
System Diagnostics & Electronics: Diagnoses and repairs electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake, and air systems using advanced fleet software and electronic tools.
Apprentice Mentorship & Safety Coaching: Serves as a technical guide and mentor to apprentices, promoting safe work habits, proper tool usage, and quality workmanship.
Safety & Compliance: Enforces all shop safety protocols and conducts regular work area inspections to ensure full compliance with corporate and OHSA standards.
Documentation & Work Orders: Uses fleet maintenance software to update work orders, track repair times, manage parts consumption, and provide handover notes for the incoming shift.
Emergency Support & Estimates: Evaluates repair times/costs for major jobs and coordinates or conducts service calls for off-site emergency breakdowns as required.
Additional Duties: Performs other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.
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