About this role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
- As the Trades Foreperson, Body Shop, you will be responsible for the supervision and training of auto-body maintenance personal.
- Primary duties include: Supervise auto-body repairs, modifications and subsequent testing of auto-body repairs and refurbishments on buses and other transit vehicles.
- Organize, direct and supervise the work of a number of journeypersons, body technicians, mechanics, service people and other trades people to ensure acceptable quality and quantity of work is performed.
- Enhance knowledge with technical advances of all new buses acquired by Calgary Transit and perform related shop and field work.
- Organize and maintain a program of preventative maintenance of all buses, transit vehicles and equipment.
- Maintain complete and accurate records of work performed and material used to control the cost involved in all phases of the work activities connected with the auto body shop.
- Responsible for the training of apprentice body shop technicians.
- Ensure the required staff are available for daily operation of fleet vehicles.
- Maintain health and safety regulations, promoting job efficiency and cost controls.
- Manage employee relations and issues in the workplace.
- Administer training and selection requirements for employees in the workplace.
Qualifications
- A completed Certificate as a Journeyperson Autobody Technician (must have all 3 certificates: Prepper, Refinisher and Repair), or equivalent recognized by Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training.A high school diploma or equivalency (e.g. G.E.D, Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC)).At least 4 years' experience as an auto-body person in a large vehicle repair setting and in a supervisory role is required.A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent), with no more than 6 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending.
- Ability to obtain a City of Calgary operator's permit.
- Applicants must also meet and maintain Medical Requirements for Bus operation (equivalent to a Class 2 License Medical).
- Candidates with proven, supervisory abilities will be given preference.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).A strong understanding of operational strategy, financial awareness and industry trends.
- Success in position requires the ability to: work with a computerized maintenance management information system; communicate effectively through clear concise correspondence and presentations; schedule, track and document high volumes of work to meet commitments; establish close working relationships with all levels of staff.
- The ability to lead or work as part of a team; and handle confidential matters with tact, flexibility and attention to detail in a timely manner is essential.
- Applicants must possess effective leadership skills and proven assessment/problem solving skills.
- Pre-employment Requirements A security clearance will be conducted.
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
- Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an a