Location: Yorkton, SK

TEAM LEAD – SERVICE DEPARTMENT – FARM EQUIPMENT

Grasslands Recruitment Specialists is recruiting a full-time, Team Lead who assists in professionally coordinating and directing the workload of the Service Department for maximum efficiency and productivity. Are you able to take ownership of and be accountable for the Service Department? Do you want the opportunity to mentor Service Technicians for their first year of employment? If so, please read on!

This Foreman position earns an hourly rate of $38 - $48/hour. If this sounds like the right agricultural shop foreman opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT GRASSLANDS RECRUITMENT SPECIALISTS

At GRS, we have been connecting Canadian agriculture since 1996. Our team is strategically placed throughout the Canadian labor market- understanding the needs of national and international agribusiness employers. Our focus is to find the best candidate for our client employers and the perfect opportunity for career seekers. As a search firm, we have dedicated our resources to being an integral part of the continued growth and diversity of the Canadian agricultural economy. With over 85 years of combined experience in the industry, we provide specialized recruiting services for our clients.

ABOUT OUR CLIENT

Our client offers producers quality new and used agricultural equipment. The dealership recognizes that agricultural equipment is a large investment, and they want to make sure the equipment stays in great working order for years to come. They boast highly trained technicians and regional support to provide service through in-shop repair, remote connection, and in-field service. They invest in their technicians, ensuring all are factory trained and equipped with the most current tools and technology to ensure maximum uptime and productivity. They give back to the communities in which their staff and customers work, live, and play – offering support to organizations and events with the hope to affect change and benefit all they impact.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF THE TEAM LEAD – SERVICE DEPARTMENT

As the team lead you will participate in the assignment, scheduling & prioritization of jobs, PIP’s and work areas to Service Department employees according to their skills and knowledge for optimal shop efficiency and flow, provide back-up support for Service Manager, assist with the identification, coordination and scheduling of all in-house technician training. You will also maintain up-to-date and current knowledge of current products, competitive products, related lines, technical skills and behavioural competencies, and participate in training programs as required for the development of skills and knowledge.

WORK SCHEDULE

This full-time position will be Monday to Friday in the off season, but will require extended hours and weekends in season.

AM I A GOOD FIT FOR THIS EXCITING OPPORTUNITY?

Ideal candidates will provide:

• 5+ years of experience performing complex service repairs and maintenance
• Agricultural Equipment Technician (JDTECH) Journeyperson Certification, or equivalent
• Expert knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in the repair of agricultural and turf equipment
• Ability to use current business systems; working knowledge of computer functions and use
• Master Service Technician certification preferred

READY TO MOVE FORWARD?

We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this agricultural Team Lead position, please click on 'APPLY' and follow the self-serve application process or email your resume to blair@grasslandsgroup.com Questions may be addressed in confidence to Blair Clark at 1.844.778.1031. Individuals who hold Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Canadian Residency need only apply. As per Grasslands Group of Companies Privacy Policy, your personal information will be kept in complete confidence.