Shop Foreman (Grande Prairie)

Position Summary

The Shop Foreman is primarily responsible for managing the allocation of shop personnel to ensure the efficient flow of materials through various shop operations. This role requires close collaboration with the Operations Team to identify and schedule upcoming material demands, ensuring seamless delivery to our clients. The Shop Foreman must be able to identify process bottlenecks and implement measures to resolve them before they impact operations.

Responsibilities

• Apply warehousing best practices, including First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory control.


• Read and interpret job sheets and equipment packages based on client requirements.


• Use the GAMS inventory system to create shipments, assign equipment to jobs, receive returned equipment, and maintain accurate inventory records.


• Maintain knowledge of TDG regulations, including required documentation and proper load securement.


• Perform cleaning, general maintenance, bump testing, and calibration of gas detection equipment, including 4-head monitors, pump monitors, mesh guard systems, and relay kits.


• Conduct maintenance, cleaning, and inspection of breathing air systems, including air trailers, bulkers, smart packs, and blinding carts.


• Perform cleaning, maintenance, and testing of breathing air (BA) equipment, including cylinders, regulators, masks, and reducers for SCBA and SABA units.


• Follow USL standards for cleaning, receiving fleet trucks, completing paperwork, and communicating with the Fleet Manager.


• Complete quarterly facility inspections.


• Perform snow removal and general yard maintenance as required.

Requirements 

• Eligible to work in Canada


• Local candidates within Grande Prairie area


• Valid Class 5 Drivers License (Non GDLs)


• Pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing


• Possess current H2S Alive, 2-day Standard First Aid, and Common Safety Orientations (CSO) safety tickets


• Able to successfully complete specialized paid training by United Safety

Compensation

• Competitive Wages


• Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits


• A Health Care Spending Account


• Company Pension and RSP Plans


• Potential for career growth

United Safety is a global leading provider of industrial safety equipment technology, safety consulting, and safety training. We service both the Upstream and Downstream sectors of the Oil & Gas industry offering:

• Plant turnaround safety services


• Safety technician services


• Safety solutions for drilling and well servicing activities


• Construction projects safety services


• Integrated risk management services

For 38 years, we have leveraged experience, people, equipment, and digital technology in a collaborative environment to exceed customer expectation. We are an equal opportunity employer that is proud of its diversity, equity, and inclusion. At United Safety we encourage an inclusive workforce because it allows us to bring different thinking and opinions and empower people to keep innovating.

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