Director of Maintenance

Founded in 1978, C.A.T. North America is a leading trucking company serving the entire North American continent through nine divisions and more than 25 terminals. We provide transportation solutions for a wide range of needs, including intra-Canada, cross-border US–Canada, US domestic and Mexico (northbound and southbound). With a fleet of 1,600 power units and 4,300 trailers, as well as a trusted network of over 10,000 logistics partners, we deliver customised services tailored to each customer’s unique requirements.

Recognised as a leader in social responsibility, C.A.T. was the first company in North America to use compressed natural gas (CNG) for long-distance transport. Our commitment to service, safety, innovation and sustainability has earned us a place on the 2023 Best Fleets to Drive For list and recognition as a Canada’s Best Managed Company for seven consecutive years.

Director of Maintenance – C.A.T. Inc – Coteau-du-Lac, QC – LinkedIn.com

Job Type

• Permanent, Full-time
• Monday- Friday

Location

• 4, rue du Transport, Coteau-du-Lac (QC) J0P 1B0

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve preventive maintenance procedures for tractors;
• Management and optimization of mechanical workshops in Canada (Coteau-du-Lac, Napanee, Windsor, Calgary);
• Develop and improve maintenance strategies and related performance indicators;
• Work in collaboration with the team covering trailers to follow up on preventive maintenance of trailers;
• Monitor budget and improve maintenance costs;
• Manage damaged equipment;
• Manage a team with various responsibilities;
• Develop and maintain a network of suppliers for equipment maintenance;
• Negotiate quotes for work related to equipment repairs;
• Management of the plate team (IRP) and permits for all transport operations;
• Participate in the configuration and definition of equipment specifications;
• Participate in analysis, operational profitability projects and return on investment projects;
• All other tasks related to the position.

Requirements

• 7 to 10 years of experience in a related or similar position;
• Bachelor’s degree administration (an asset);
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, mainly Outlook and Excel
• Bilingual, written and spoken, English & French (Spanish an asset)
• Basic knowledge of accounting (tax calculation)
• Knowledge of government standards (SAAQ, CVOR, US DOT, an asset)
• Valid driver license and passport

Required Skills:

• 7 to 10 years of experience in a related or similar position;
• Bachelor’s degree administration (an asset);
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, mainly Outlook and Excel
• Bilingual, written and spoken, English & French (Spanish an asset)
• Basic knowledge of accounting (tax calculation)
• Knowledge of government standards (SAAQ, CVOR, US DOT, an asset)
• Valid driver license and passport