Employment Opportunities

Night Shift Shop Foreman – Full Time – BOLTON

We are looking for a Nightshift Shop Foreman who will be responsible for supervision of the shop operations

Responsibilities:

• Supervise the operations of the service shop, manage the staff, assignment of work, and review quality of job completion
• Manage a team of technicians and apprentices in all aspects of productivity including diagnostics and repairing of company fleet vehicles
• Schedule PM work in accordance with availability of employees
• Oversee and ensure that all safety and company policies are being followed at all times
• Coordinate daily tasks according to priorities and plans, adjusting as necessary to meet deadlines
• Submitting parts request to ensure timely job completion
• Ability to delegate responsibilities and individual projects to the mechanics
• Assist Fleet Maintenance Manager in training and supervision of maintenance personnel
• Delegate and assign work as required to technicians, review and manage work orders to ensure accuracy and completion

Requirements:

• 310T or equivalent license
• Minimum 1 year experience in a Lead Hand or Foreman position
• Experience with computerized work orders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web based software
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills
• Shift hours 4:00 pm to 2:30 am Monday to Thursday. 4:00 pm to 12 midnight Fridays
• Strong computer and trouble shooting skills
• Clear communication skills
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Able to contribute positively to a quality team environment
• Willingness and desire to learn
• A self-starter and work under minimal supervision.

We offer competitive wages and great benefits package.

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and resume.

Please note that only the candidates selected for the interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care

Experience:

• Shop Foreman: preferred
• Diesel truck shop Lead Hand: will be considered

Work remotely:

• No

COVID-19 precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Please send resume to rgallimore@jamesdick.com

Dispatcher – Full Time – BOLTON

We currently have an opening for a Dispatcher to work the morning shift in our Bolton office. The successful candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The Dispatcher will oversee the day-to-day activities of company drivers ensuring they provide safe, timely deliveries combined with excellent customer service.

Responsibilities:

• Receive incoming calls from our customers and drivers
• Schedule work and dispatch trucks & employees in an organized manner
• Organize routes and workloads based on urgency, location, and truck availability
• Schedule customer deliveries with logic & efficiency
• Collaborate with the entire dispatch team to coordinate truck schedules
• Input projects and orders into the computer system
• Effectively communicate with drivers via two-way radio and telephone
• Collaborate with management to modify daily routes to accommodate customer needs
• Cultivate strong relationships with drivers and customers to reduce the stress that comes with last-minute schedule changes
• Monitor any sudden route changes, road construction, or other traffic issues
• Work with drivers to establish new routes for timely deliveries when roadblocks exist

Requirements:

• Minimum one-year dispatching experience
• Working knowledge of Southern Ontario’s highway system
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Well organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Effective problem-solving skills and strong customer service
• Team player who can work harmoniously with our dispatch team
• Knowledge of aggregate material (preferred)
• Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Commitment to exceeding customer expectations

You must be able to start work in our Bolton office at 5 am.

This is a full-time, salaried position that offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Consider joining our team.

Please send resume to sferguson@jamesdick.com

310  Technicians & Mechanic Apprentices – Full Time – BOLTON

We are always looking for experienced 310T Technicians.

Duties:

• Run diagnostic tests & perform inspections
• Diagnose electronics: transmissions, brakes & engines
• Troubleshoot & perform repairs on heavy trucks and trailers
• Inspect & test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
• Diagnose faults & malfunctions using computerized systems and testing equipment
• Adequately perform evaluations & repairs on transmissions, brakes and engines
• Complete maintenance reports & documentation using shop computer system
• Examine equipment: repair & replace deficiencies
• Perform preventative maintenance
• Perform provincial annual inspections
• Perform equipment testing to ensure equipment meets manufacturers specifications
• Diesel Engine Repair Experience: fuel injection systems, lubrication systems, cooling systems and exhaust systems

Requirements:

• Strong analytical & diagnostic skills
• Effective problem solver
• Professional service attitude
• Prior fleet maintenance experience on heavy vehicles is an asset
• Possess a strong work ethic, a high degree of responsibility and accountability
• Must be punctual & able to work independently
• Safety conscious – Ability to create and maintain a safe working environment
• Must have own tools
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Truck Technician (Minimum 3-5 yrs. experience required)
• 310T License or apprentice mechanic
• Technical training on International, Mack, Freightliner, Cummins, etc. would be an asset.
• Valid G license or higher

Safety is key in our business. You will play a crucial role in maintaining vehicle safety and efficiency. You will be tasked with the maintenance and repair of our fleet which consists of a mix of trucks, trailers and specialized equipment.

Please send resume to hr@jamesdick.com.