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Equipment Manager – Western Mechanical

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Position Summary:
The Equipment Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, tracking, and deployment of all construction equipment and tools across job sites. This role ensures that all machinery and tools are safe, operational, and available to meet project timelines. The Equipment Manager plays a key role in minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity on construction projects. The successful candidate will work at our head office in Barrie, Ontario.

Key Responsibilities:
• Manage the inventory, allocation, and logistics of heavy machinery, tools, and support equipment across multiple job sites.
• Schedule and oversee routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs to ensure equipment is safe and compliant with industry regulations.
• Coordinate with site supervisors and project managers to forecast equipment needs and ensure timely delivery and pickup.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment usage, maintenance history, and service schedules.
• Upload records of maintenance into internal databases, to ensure audit readiness with COR 2020 standards.
• Source and negotiate with vendors for equipment purchases, rentals, and servicing.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols related to equipment handling and storage.
• Train field staff on proper equipment operation and care.
• Monitor equipment-related expenses and assist in budgeting and cost control.
• Ensure compliance with local, provincial, and federal safety and environmental regulations.

Qualifications:
• 3+ years of experience in equipment or fleet management within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction equipment, including forklifts, cranes, hydraulic equipment and power tools.
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) or other asset tracking software.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Valid driver’s license; Valid AZ or DZ license is an asset

Preferred Qualifications:
• Post-secondary education in construction management, logistics, or a related field is preferred.
• Certification in equipment or fleet management (e.g., CEM, CFMA).
• Experience with COR, ISO, or other safety compliance standards.
• Bilingual (English/French) is an asset.

Term, Hours of Work and Compensation:
• This is a full-time position.
• 44 hours per week.
• The role is entitled to vacation pay and paid statutory holidays.
• We expect to compensate the successful candidate at hourly rates consistent with market expectations and based on experience.

Hiring Accessibility:
We are an equal opportunity employer. Western Mechanical welcomes applications from candidates with disabilities; accommodations are available upon request for those who are selected to proceed with the interview process.

Company Overview:
Since Western’s early beginnings in 1979, the focus of the company has been to deliver world-class industrial contracting services. This focus has been the primary reason for the Company’s continued growth and success. Western currently employees roughly 300 employees, working at our head office in Barrie, ON, and numerous job site locations.
Our range of services include:
• Mechanical Contracting
• Sheet Metal Contracting
• Electrical Contracting
• Millwrighting
• Heavy Lifting
• Civil Contracting
• Hydraulic Specialists
• Freight & Logistics
Send your resume to https://westernmechanical.net/careers or [email protected]. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Western Mechanical does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants.

The Season of Giving

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The Season of Giving

This Christmas season, as we gather with loved ones and celebrate the joy of giving, let’s remember those in our community who need a helping hand. Your generosity can make a real difference — a donation to the food bank helps fill empty cupboards, a contribution to a gift-a-family charity brings warmth and joy to children, and support for the homeless offers comfort and hope through the cold winter months. Together, we can share the true spirit of the season by giving where it’s needed most.

Food Bank Challenge

The Barrie Construction Association is proud to be a community supporter and will continue to show its’ support by encouraging our members to take part in the
BCA’s FOOD BANK CHALLENGE

For every dollar that is donated by our members, the BCA will match it up to $2000.00.

Members can donate directly to any Food Bank of their choice, simply let us know the amount and at the end of the challenge we will tally and match your donations.

Campaign to end on December 24th

Donate to the Barrie Food Bank here

Thank you to the sponsors we have so far!

Gift – A – Family

The Women in Construction and Young Leaders Groups will be matched with a family! Let’s gift this family a Christmas about traditions. Monetary and/or gift cards are much appreciated and the gifts will be hand delivered to the family for Christmas!

Make your donation here

Earth Angels in support of Busby Centre

The Earth Angels organization is looking for donations to help fill their Christmas gift bags for members of the community that are facing housing challenges.  Items can be dropped off at the BCA office during normal working hours.

Wish List Items
$5 Tim Hortons Gift Cards
Full Size Shampoo
Full Size Body Wash
Razors
Deodorant
Socks
Hand/Toe Warmers

They are also hoping to include Christmas cookies in each of the bags.  If you’re a baker or know someone who is, please consider whipping up a batch to donate!

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