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Motor Freight Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity in the
workplace and encourage applications from all qualified candidates including
women, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and aboriginal
peoples. By submitting your resume, you consent Challenger Motor Freight Inc. to
share this information within its divisions in order to identify other
employment opportunities that you may be suitable for.
Envision:
Working for a company dedicated to personal career growth and opportunity in
moving the organization forward. Challenger Motor Freight Inc. is a Platinum
Club Member in Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies. Our success is directly
attributed to our dedicated and talented team of professionals who work hard
together with a common purpose – to keep us on the leading edge in safety,
technology, and analysis.
It’s not by chance that Challenger is a leading North American freight
transportation company. In 40 years, Challenger has grown from one person with a
vision and a truck to an international transportation and supply chain
management company.
We win as a team when we work as a team, and succeed when our employees succeed.
We want people who are resilient, team-oriented, and driven because we are laser
focused on meeting commitments to our People, Customer, and Profit. If you’re
looking to work for a dynamic, fast-paced, progressive organization then apply
with us.
We offer the following in our search for engaged employees looking to become
part of a successful team:
- A continuous learning environment that develops your individual career goals
- A continuous improvement environment where all ideas are explored
- Engaged coaches and mentors who will provide guidance but also allow autonomy
- Team atmosphere
- Competitive and comprehensive total rewards package including company paid
group benefits and company sponsored retirement savings plan
- Support of professional memberships and certifications
- Hours: Monday to Friday from approximately 7:30am-4:00pm
The Opportunity:
As a part of our Maintenance Department, we are currently looking for a
Maintenance Manager- Trailer to join our team. The Maintenance Manager- Trailers
is responsible for reviewing and analyzing all Challenger trailers that require
annual inspections, repairs and service. The Maintenance Supervisor- Trailer is
also responsible for organizing execution of the required work and communicating
with business unit leaders on accurate repair timelines to ensure their needs
and business results are being met, as well as appropriate performance
management activities for their team.
Key Accountabilities:
- Identify, troubleshoot and communicate any trailer fleet maintenance issues
through appropriate internal channels for resolution
- Conduct daily toolbox meetings with direct reports and provide regular
communication on shop priorities, expectations, health and safety
requirements, etc.
- Prioritize and delegate workload instructions and scheduled repairs to
technicians to ensure quality and productivity standards are met
- Manage equipment data entry and updates to various computer systems using
multiple software platforms
- Schedule service inspections as required following the maintenance schedule
- Mentor, coach, and train technicians with trade related knowledge to develop
their technical skills and competencies to ensure they follow proper
processes and procedures
- Lead individual meetings with direct reports to discuss progress on their
personal development, SMART goal targets and appropriate performance
management activities such as disciplinary meetings as required
- Audit work orders from technicians for accuracy and once completed, approve
and close work orders
- Develop and plan priority sequence for daily trailer equipment compliance
requirements
- Maintain vendor relationships to ensure quotes, pricing and turnaround meets
company expectations
- Handle timely and professional communications with internal customers,
dealerships, vendors, suppliers etc.
- Understand, collaborate and strive for a solution-driven resolution with
internal and external customers
- Effectively communicate with drivers and owner operators to understand
repairs required
- Promote and lead the 5S program with department organization and cleanliness
- Administration of appropriate maintenance reports (PM, DOT, service bulletin)
- Assist and provide feedback to other maintenance departments such as Parts,
Warranty and Breakdown and troubleshoot any maintenance concerns
- Continually review work process and provide suggestions for process
improvements
- Attend monthly Maintenance Supervisor’s meetings (may not be within shift
hours)
- Performs other duties as required
What You Need To Be Successful In This Role:
- Licensed Mechanic with a 310T or 310J Red Seal Certification
- 2-5 years of prior work experience as a Licensed Technician
- Some supervisory, managerial or leadership experience required
- Valid driver’s license required
- AZ license and heavy equipment operator is an asset
- Business knowledge of North American transportation and fleet maintenance
- Ability to lead, mentor and coach employees to utilize their strengths and
further develop themselves personally and professionally
- Strong attention to detail with a mechanical aptitude
- Microsoft Office, computer and telephone skills
- Creative and effective problem-solving ability
- Detail oriented with the ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task in
a busy environment
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills
- Proactive attitude and takes initiative to prevent issues
- Well-organized, enthusiastic, professional and a positive team member
How To Apply:
If you are looking to join a premier transportation company and become an
integral part of results-oriented team who constantly challenge themselves to Go
The Distance for our customers and for each other, the role of Maintenance
Manager - Trailers may be right for you.
No phone calls, please. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected
for an interview will be contacted.
