Shop Supervisor North York

Job Title:
Shop Supervisor Reports To:
Branch ManagerLocation:
North York, ON Salary:
$90-100K Our client is a bus company seeking a Shop Supervisor for their North York location.
Reporting to the Branch Manager, the position is responsible for supervising the shop mechanics/apprentices including training, inspecting work, managing inventory and ensuring maintenance levels meet our client's high standards.
The incumbent will maintain a positive work environment by providing all employees with fair and equitable supervision and encouraging professional and personal growth.
Safety and positive customer relations are the cornerstones of this position.
Key Relationships:
Internally:
All EmployeesExternally:
Customers, Contractors/Sub-Contractors, Suppliers, MTO OfficialsQualifications:
EducationEssential 1.
Completion of high school or vocational equivalent2.
Certified Truck/Coach Auto Mechanics license and satisfactory completion and ongoing updates of automotive technology programsDesirable1 Current/updated courses on automotive technology, equipment and techniques2.
Ozone Depletion licenseKnowledgeEssential1.
Prior supervisory experience and 5+ years work experience in the mechanical repair and maintenance of all company related equipment2.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel3.
Knowledge of safety rules and precautions related to the use of tools, vehicles, equipment and shop environment.4.
Knowledge of methods, tools, materials, equipment and procedures used in the diagnosis, overhaul, repair and adjustment of components and systems for vehicles and equipmentCore Company Skills and AbilitiesProven management and coaching skills.
A track record of developing people and teams.Good interpersonal and communication (verbal and written English) skills including exceptional active listening skillsAbility to be flexible and adaptable to adjust to changing duties and deadlinesAbility to work independently as well as cohesively with employees and managers as part of a teamDemonstrated initiative to assist in other areas when requested or requiredAbility to read and interpret bus routes and schedulesAbility to maintain confidential information in a mature and professional mannerJob Related Skills and AbilitiesExcellent supervisory and priority setting skillsExcellent planning and work assignment skillsAbility to assimilate information quickly and accurately to make effective day-to-day operational decisionsAbility to diagnose mechanical problems using diagnostic equipment as necessary, and adjust and repairs to systems and components of vehicles and equipmentAbility to proficiently use the tools and equipment such as engine analyzer, battery, starter, cooling system and voltage testersAbility to exercise independent judgment to diagnose and determine cause of mechanical problemsAbility to read, interpret and apply diagnostic codes, maintenance manuals, electrical diagrams, vehicle emission control standards and related specification manualsSpecial QualificationsMust have 310 T and or S certification 2.
Must have a "G" Class driver's license not a probationary license Major Duties and Responsibilities 1.
Co-ordinate maintenance between Service Department and Operators at the branch.2.
Oversee and schedule the production and work of all maintenance personnel in repairing and servicing of all vehicles and equipment.3.
Evaluate the work of maintenance personnel to ensure safety, efficient management of work processes and services, and provide performance feedback.4.
Maintain a clean safe work environment.5.
Provide technical direction and coordinate training initiatives.6.
Facilitate shop meetings including 5-minute daily stand-up, biweekly 1x1 with each team member and a monthly staff meeting.7.
Record and monitor inventory levels of department supplies, parts, tools, and fuels, ensure the efficient use of and coordinates orders.8.
Ensure 100% compliance with inventory control system.9.
Monitor accuracy and quality of mechanical work and record keeping on all servicing, repairs, inventory and department maintenance.10.
Perform clerical and administrative functions involved in records keeping and reporting.11.
Count inventory annually.12.
Supervise department budgeting and quarterly reporting.13.
Negotiate with suppliers for contract rates etc.14.
Supervise compliance with the cold weather start-up procedures.15.
Perform mechanical work as required.16.
Consult with/address professional operators to get detailed information on repairs, concerns or equipment failures/condition.17.
Perform and/or assign roadside service/towing as required.18.
Maintain regular communications with Ministry of Transportation Inspectors and MTO standards and mechanical knowledge.19.
Maintain membership in associated organizations.20.
Maintain complete knowledge and comply with company policies, procedures, and standards.21.
Maintain client and company confidence by keeping information confidential and secure.22.
Maintain a positive working relationship with team members and management in a team environment.23.
Set-up and organize individual work area with designated supplies, forms and resource materials while always maintaining cleanliness.24.
Represent the company in a front-line capacity.Responsibility for ResourcesDirectly responsible for the development and utilization of all Shop PersonnelDirectly responsible for all tools and shop equipmentResponsible for vehicles meeting Ministry of Transportation standards Qualified Candidates should send their resume to