Mobile Heavy Equipment Maintenance Lead

About the Company

John Ross & Sons Ltd. is a fifth-generation, family-owned scrap metal recycler and the largest recycler in Atlantic Canada. With over 80 years in operation, we continue to invest in our people, equipment, and infrastructure to support safe, efficient, and reliable operations across the region.

The Role

We are seeking a Mobile Heavy Equipment Maintenance Lead to support fixed and mobile equipment across multiple recycling yards in NS, NB, and PEI. This hands-on, mobile leadership role focuses on preventive and corrective maintenance, minimizing downtime, and maintaining consistent maintenance standards across all locations.
This role does not include maintenance of vehicles, trucks, or trailers.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance programs
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and oversee repairs
• Coordinate maintenance across multiple yard locations
• Supervise contractors and ensure safety compliance
• Conduct equipment inspections and support operator training
• Maintain maintenance records and documentation
• Manage vendors and monitor maintenance costs

Qualifications
• 5+ years’ experience in heavy industrial, recycling, or manufacturing maintenance
• Strong knowledge of equipment such as shears, balers, loaders, forklifts, skid steers and excavators
• Ability to work independently across multiple locations
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Experience supervising contractors and trades
• Valid driver’s license with willingness to travel within Atlantic Canada
• Technical diploma or certification preferred
• MaintainX experience an asset

What We Offer
• Competitive salary
• Extended health benefits and life insurance
• Independent, high-impact role with regional responsibility
• Opportunity to grow with a long-standing organization

Applicants must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

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