Our Distribution group is currently seeking aShop Lead Handto join our Fleet team based in North Battleford, SK.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Support Services, this position is responsible for leading and coordinating all fleet shop activities to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient maintenance and repair of company vehicles and equipment. This role operates within the fleet maintenance framework, ensuring that operations meet Valard’s high standards for safety, quality, and operational readiness. The position also provides leadership, mentoring, and hands-on support to mechanics and technicians, ensuring the fleet remains fully operational to support project execution.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and assign daily tasks to shop personnel, ensuring workflow efficiency
• Mentor and train mechanics and technicians in safe and technically proficient work practices
• Inspect, maintain, and repair heavy / light-duty vehicles and equipment
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical issues and provide solutions
• Ensure all maintenance work meets safety standards, regulatory requirements, and manufacturer specifications
• Conduct daily safety briefings and hazard assessments
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant shop environment
• Ensure adherence to company and regulatory safety standards
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspections, and certifications
• Coordinate parts sourcing, vendor services, and inventory control
• Assist the Fleet Supervisor/Manager with continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Post-Secondary education in a related field (i.e. Automotive Service Technician, Heavy Duty Equipment Technician)
• 5 years of hands-on experience with fleet maintenance procedures
• Valid Class 5 (or applicable) driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Demonstrated familiarity with fleet management software and digital record-keeping
• Strong understanding of safety regulations, and industry best practices

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere.  We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

Visit us at www.valard.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.

*Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

*Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

*Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.  Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.