Klsearthworks

Shop Supervisor

Calgary, Alberta

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 26 days ago

Project ManagementProcurementLeadershipCommunicationMentoring

About the role

Join Our Team KLS Earthworks & Environmental is seeking a Shop Supervisor to join our Calgary-based team.
Established in 1990, KLS Earthworks & Environmental is a family-rooted company and a leader in excavation, earthworks, and environmental construction across Western Canada.
Plan and assign daily work based on operational priorities, equipment availability, and project schedules.

Lead, mentor, and support a team of heavy equipment mechanics, apprentices, and shop personnel.
Collaborate closely with Fleet Manager, Operations, and Dispatch to prioritize repairs and minimize equipment downtime.
Oversee preventative maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs for KLS's fleet of heavy equipment, trucks, trailers, and support vehicles.
Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient shop environment that supports productivity and safety.
Coordinate shop schedules, service intervals, repairs, and equipment availability to support field operations.
Manage work orders, maintenance records, inspection reports, and equipment history to ensure accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.
This role is a key leader within KLS Earthworks, responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our shop to ensure our fleet of heavy equipment, trucks, and support vehicles are safe, reliable, and ready to perform.
This role leads a team of mechanics, apprentices, and shop personnel while coordinating repairs, preventative maintenance, and staff scheduling.
Built on a foundation of safety and operational excellence, we deliver time- and cost-saving solutions through a modern fleet and a highly skilled team of professionals.

Proven leadership experience supervising mechanics or maintenance personnel in a heavy equipment, construction, or related industry.
Strong technical knowledge of heavy construction equipment, commercial trucks, diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and preventative maintenance programs.
Sound decision-making skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing operational needs.
Assist with diagnosing complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and powertrain issues while supporting technicians with troubleshooting when required.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships across operations, project management, vendors, and field crews.
What we are Offering
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
Comprehensive benefits package starting on Day 1
Professional development and training opportunities
Career advancement opportunities within a growing civil construction company
Collaborative and supportive team environment
A strong safety-first culture where employees are valued and supported

Technical training in a mechanical field, Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technician is preferred

At KLS, we value people who Help First, stay Hungry, are Willing to Learn, and remain Committed to doing the job right.

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