Lead Hand Mechanic, Heavy Equipment

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.

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Our Offer

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.