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The Shop Supervisor is responsible for coordinating daily repair and maintenance activities within the shop to ensure equipment is serviced safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This role oversees workflow scheduling, work order management, technician utilization, and communication between mechanics, apprentices, parts personnel, and the Service Manager. The Shop Supervisor provides leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to shop staff while supporting a safe, productive, and customer-focused environment. Success in this position requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to balance operational priorities with quality workmanship and team development.

Why Join Summit?

• Consistent year-round work and long-term job security
• Competitive pay, comprehensive rewards, and benefits
• Modern shop, quality equipment, and the tools you need to succeed
• Opportunities to build a long-term career, not just a job
• A team-first culture built on safety, respect, and transparency
• Local roots and proud supporters of the communities where we live and work

Compensation & Schedule

$27.00- $35.00 per hour

Compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and overall alignment with the requirements of the role.

Schedule: Consistent 4-on, 4-off schedule with 11.75-hour day shifts and no night shifts

Allowances: Boot, and prescription safety glasses allowances to support the purchase and maintenance of personal protective gear.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize repair and maintenance jobs and schedule work for Mechanics.
• Open and close work orders, ensuring all data is correct.
• Track Mechanics time.
• Prepare work orders for the Service Manager.
• Document all work performed and recommended on the work order.
• Communicate with the parts department to obtain required parts.
• Communicate with Service Manager if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the promised time.
• Work in compliance with Company Health & Safety policies, and OHSA standards.
• Instruct Mechanics and Apprentices in proper procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience managing and delegating tasks to team members.
• Experience in truck and trailer maintenance and repair is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License required. Class 1 license would be an asset.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workflow in an efficient manner.
• Working knowledge of CVSE inspection standards and the Motor Vehicle Act of Canada.
• Teamwork and ability to share knowledge by teaching and coaching junior Mechanics.

Benefits & Total Rewards

• Extended health, dental and vision
• Comprehensive wellness and paramedical support
• Employee assistance program
• Generous pension matching
• Referral bonus opportunities

About Summit Equipment & Repair

Based in Salmo, BC, Summit Truck & Equipment Repair provides heavy-duty repair, mobile service, welding and fabrication, parts, and tire services to customers throughout the West Kootenays. Summit has been a trusted heavy industry repair partner serving the West Kootenays for over 25 years.

About Sutherland Group

The Sutherland Group is a family of companies operating across transportation, construction, forestry, environmental, mining, marine, and industrial services. For 30 years, we have invested in our people, supported career growth, and delivered exceptional work for our customers and communities.

Join the Team

Ready to build your career with a team that lives its values every day? We seek people who are Curious & Adaptable, Trustworthy, Humbly Confident, Better Together, and ready to Make It Happen. We'd love to hear from you.

Different perspectives build better teams. The Sutherland Group of Companies is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring a diverse workforce and ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusivity in the workplace. We encourage applications from any protected basis such as persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America and any other basis under applicable law.

If you require any accommodation at any point during the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources team at 778-754-4021.