Posted 8 days ago
Superintendent, Mechanical
@ Dawson Group
Fort St. John, British Columbia
Overview
Dawson Road Maintenance is hiring a full-time Superintendent, Mechanical in Fort St. John, BC, reporting to the Manager, Operations. The role leads the maintenance shop, schedules preventative maintenance and repairs, and supervises mechanics on highway maintenance equipment. The posting states a 5-days-per-week schedule, some local travel, and benefits including pension and medical coverage.
Pay:
$100,000–$110,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Plan and schedule repair and preventative maintenance for all equipment
- Manage and direct the maintenance shop team
- Supervise and coach mechanical employees on highway maintenance equipment
- Track productivity and maintain equipment history files
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and transport regulations
Requirements summary:
- Journeyman certificate in heavy duty or commercial transport mechanics, or equivalent
- Three years of supervisory experience
- Driver's licence minimum Class 5; Class 3 with Air an asset
- CVIP inspection licence preferred or willingness to obtain
- Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-29
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Management experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Journeyman Certificate |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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Dawson Group
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We support BC’s transportation system by building and maintaining highways, bridges and infrastructure we all rely on.
Full company description
Dawson Group is family-owned construction and transportation company that has been in operation in British Columbia since 1922. We know the importance of family, and serving British Columbia’s families is one of our core missions. We strive to be recognized as a company that inspires excellence by investing in people, sustaining and building partnerships and driving prosperity in our communities.
- LinkedIn followers
- 2,795
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 83
- Reported office locations
- 6-1540 Springhill Drive, Kamloops, British Columbia V2E 2H1, CA
- Other recorded names
- Dawson Group
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Dawson Group is family-owned construction and transportation company that has been in operation in British Columbia since 1922. We know the importance of family, and serving British Columbia’s families is one of our core missions. We strive to be recognized as a company that inspires excellence by investing in people, sustaining and building partnerships and driving prosperity in our communities.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Kamloops, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1922 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 31 |
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Dawson Road Maintenance is looking for a highly skilled leader to ensure optimal fleet service and reliability through proficient equipment maintenance, detailed planning, and organizational expertise, consistently achieving company objectives.
In this role, you will be a valued member of Dawson Road Maintenance, working in a permanent, full-time position of Superintendent, Mechanical will report to the Manager, Operations. This position is based in Fort St. John, BC and may require some local travel and throughout our great province.
WHY FORT ST. JOHN
Working from Fort St. John in this 5-days-per-week position offers the best of both worlds: a rewarding career and more time for the life you love. With a schedule that lets you sleep at home each night, you'll spend less time away and more time with family, friends, and your community. Fort St. John combines big-city amenities with a small-town feel, offering access to recreation, arts, dining, and outdoor adventure right at your doorstep. Whether you enjoy lakes, hiking, fishing, or simply taking advantage of the region's long summer days, you'll have more opportunities to enjoy your downtime while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
- Determine methods and course of action to achieve departmental goals, using effective planning to reach efficient performance.
- Schedule and prioritize equipment repair and maintenance on all equipment, including preventative maintenance and warranty compliance schedules.
- Manages and directs the activities of maintenance team in proper shop operating procedures.
- Supervises and coaches the activities of all mechanical employees of highway maintenance equipment.
- Ensure that all equipment is completely inspected and is calibrated based on the manufacturer’s recommendations or government standard.
- Support on-the-job including identifying all sources of equipment maintenance, repair and spare parts. Ensure the ready status of idle equipment.
- Establish productivity expectations and track the production and activity of the mechanic workforce.
- Develop and maintain files on all equipment for historical data.
- Effectively train, coach, discipline and develop employees to achieve and maintain positive working relationships within the maintenance shop.
- Support and monitor compliance with the company Safe and Efficient Equipment Program, Environmental Management Plan and Occupational Health & Safety Plan.
- Ensure compliance with WSBC, ICBC & Commercial Transport regulations (CVSE).
WHAT YOU BRING
- Journeyman Certificate in Heavy Duty or Commercial Transport Mechanics or equivalent experience.
- Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
- Driver’s License, minimum Class 5. Class 3 with Air is an asset.
- CVIP Inspection license is preferred, or willingness to acquire.
- Knowledge and experience in Preventative Maintenance Programs.
- Knowledge of heavy equipment and trucks is preferred.
- Knowledge of applicable national laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Familiar with equipment electronic record systems including Automated Vehicle Tracking.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, Teams, Power BI and True Context is an asset.
- Effective management skills, with a strong focus on operations and business processes.
- Understanding of road maintenance, equipment, and construction industry.
- Strong ability to coach the team to get the best out of everyone.
- Strong written and verbal communication.
BENEFITS
Looking to be a key member of a well-established family-owned company? Our core values include: People First, Integrity, Excellence and Respect and as such we are committed to providing an environment that supports the growth and effectiveness of our employees and the organization. You will work for a company that offers an excellent compensation package, pension, and medical benefits, as well as learning and long-term advancement opportunities.
Dawson Group is expanding our reach and need people like you to join us on our journey, and to help us continue safely connecting our communities.
Apply now to start the conversation!
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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