Lead Hand Mechanic,Construction Equipment Job Burlington area,Ontario Canada,Trades / Skilled Labor

We are seeking a highly skilled and safety-focused Heavy Equipment Shop Technician – Lead Hand to support and guide our Burlington Earth Moving and Material Handling Workshop team. This is a hands-on role responsible for executing and coordinating high-quality repairs, diagnostics, rebuilds, PDIs, and preventative maintenance on a wide range of heavy equipment. Reporting to the Workshop Service Supervisor, the Lead Hand works closely with technicians to ensure all tasks are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule.

The ideal candidate is a technical expert with a strong focus on safety, production efficiency, and workmanship excellence, who takes an active role in mentoring, troubleshooting, and driving shop performance.

Responsibilities

Lead a Safety-First Culture:
Enforce and model a proactive safety mindset; ensure team compliance with all safety policies and resolve concerns promptly.

Mentor and Support Technicians:
Provide hands-on coaching, training, and performance feedback to maintain high standards in safety, quality, and workmanship.

Oversee Technical Work:
Guide and review diagnostics and repairs to ensure work is completed efficiently, safely, and to spec.

Monitor Shop Performance:
Track KPIs and communicate with leadership on progress, issues, and opportunities for improvement.

Ensure On-Time Delivery:
Coordinate work orders to meet customer specs and timelines; escalate concerns when necessary.

Optimize Workflow:
Prioritize jobs, allocate resources effectively, and adjust staffing to meet production targets.

Drive Continuous Improvement:
Collaborate with management and shop teams to identify and implement operational enhancements.

Maintain Shop Standards:
Promote clean, organized workspaces and lead daily toolbox talks to align team on safety and goals.

Perform Additional Duties as Assigned:
Support overall shop success through flexible, hands-on technical support.

Competencies

Minimum of 10+ years of relevant Heavy Equipment Technician experienceworking on comparable equipment is required, ideally within a dealership or OEM environment.

Direct experience with Liebherr equipment will be considered a strong asset. experience is required

Previous leadership experience as a Lead Hand, Foreman, or similar capacity in a heavy equipment shop environment is a strong asset, particularly with a hands-on, collaborative approach.

421A / Red Seal Heavy Equipment License required

Demonstrated leadership/mentor experience is strongly preferred

Customer centric and performance driven

Expert knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical components, diagnostics and troubleshooting techniques

Experienced with component exchange, repair and warranty related activities

Strong ability to read and understand schematics and technical drawings

High attention to detail and an analytical mindset for managing quality standards and workshop performance

Dedicated team player, able to work with ease and diplomacy with others

Strong communication and motivational skills

Our Offer

Competitive wages with overtime opportunities available

Extensive benefits with employer paid premiums starting day 1

$5000 annual License Bonus*

Paid vacation starting at 3 weeks PLUS 6 dedicated family, health and wellness days

6% employer RRSP matching

$3000 annual allowance for continuing education

$1000 annual Tool allowance & $600 Annual Boot allowance for Liebherr Technicians

$400 Prescription Safety Glasses allowance

International training & development work opportunities for select roles*

Top of the line equipment

And much more!

Liebherr Canada Ltd. is committed to provide a diverse, inclusive, safe and dignified work environment for all employees, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other aspect of their identity.

Please note:

We do not use AI to screen resumes. Every application is reviewed directly by a human talent acquisition specialist.


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Lead Hand Mechanic, Construction Equipment