Job Description

Our company:

At Kalesnikoff, we honor our heritage by investing in our future. As a family-owned, fourth-generation company, we’ve evolved from our roots in the forests to become a leader in the timber industry, but we’re not just resting on tradition. Today, Kalesnikoff is at the forefront of innovation, combining decades of expertise with cutting-edge technology to redefine what’s possible in wood design and construction.

Role and Objectives:

Reporting to the General Manager of Manufacturing, the Mobile Equipment Manager will manage a growing corporate fleet of mobile equipment across multiple sites and lead the mechanical team that maintains them. This role combines leadership with hands-on technical expertise. You will prioritize repairs based on operational needs, manage warranty claims, ensure preventative maintenance programs are efficient, and the overall effectiveness of the team meets or exceeds industry standards.

Responsibilities:

Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of experienced Heavy Duty Mechanics.
• Foster a collaborative and productive work environment focused on high-performance and teamwork.
• Help team leaders and managers meet production objectives through high uptime on critical mobile assets.
• Influential stakeholder in the purchasing process

Operations:

• Plan, prioritize and manage mobile repairs and preventative maintenance across multiple sites.
• Develop work plans and ensure parts are prepped ahead of time to minimize downtime during repairs.
• Manage warranty claims and ensure proper documentation and processing.
• Evaluate operating costs per/hour on all assets, rotation of assets and scheduling of asset re-lifes

Efficiency & Improvements:

• Identify areas for process improvements and work with the team to implement more efficient maintenance practices.
• Actively seek and implement solutions for reducing downtime and improving the lifespan of the fleet.

Hands-on Support:

• Provide hands-on mechanical support as needed, tackling complex repairs and assisting team members when required.
• Stay involved with day-to-day maintenance to maintain your technical skills and lead by example.
• Understand and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as requested or required.

Requirements:

• High mechanical aptitude.
• Red Seal would be considered an asset
• Experience leading or supervising a mechanical or maintenance team.
• Strong knowledge of mobile equipment repairs and maintenance best practices.
• Experience in fleet maintenance management, with a focus on uptime and efficiency.
• Familiarity with Maximo or similar maintenance management systems (preferred).
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role in a maintenance or mechanical team.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role

Working Conditions:

• Traditional shop setting combined with office time
• Occasional weekend shifts required to meet production or fleet maintenance demands.

Compensation Package:

• Salary: $100,000.00 - 120,000.00
• Schedule: 5 days/week
• Extended health benefits including health, dental, vision, travel, Health Spending Account and RRSP program.
• Team building and social events.
• Training, development, and mentorship opportunities
• Opportunity to advance in your career.
• Work-life balance.
• A great culture where we truly value our employees.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@kalesnikoff.com.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

At Kalesnikoff, working safely is an expectation. In your role you will have the time and resources needed to meet that expectation.

About our Kootenay home:

Are the mountains calling you? From beautiful parks and forests, pristine lakes, breathtaking valleys and stunning mountain ranges, the West Kootenay region is a highly desired and special place to call home. With an abundance of recreation including ski areas, golf courses, hot springs, and endless hiking, biking and other outdoor activities, the Kootenays isn’t just a region, it’s a lifestyle. Our vibrant mountain towns are full of arts, culture, food, history and caring communities. What are you doing after work today?

Equal opportunity commitment:

Kalesnikoff is a committed equal opportunity employer. Kalesnikoff’s recruitment strategy is designed to attract the best person for each position, to ensure equality of opportunity for all applicants, and to promote our corporate vision and culture. When considering applicants for positions within our Company, only job-related criteria such as ability, merit and responsibility are used to evaluate applicants. Kalesnikoff prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.

Kalesnikoff is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. Kalesnikoff believes in integration and equal opportunity. Kalesnikoff is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner and will do so by identifying barriers to accessibility and meeting accessibility standards in accordance with applicable law.

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