Shop Foreman

Centurion Canada Ltd is an integrated rental and services supplier for drilling, completions, facilities, pipelines, forestry, construction, and government sectors. Our equipment and services include cranes, track hoe packages, wastewater and water management, power and lighting, combination units, remote security and communications, work camps and wellsite accommodation and heavy equipment. We deliver industry leading customer service that is backed by a strong safety culture and exceptional staff.

The Shop Foreman is responsible for the day-to-day leadership, technical oversight, and coordination of shop activities related to the inspection, maintenance, and repair of cranes, track hoes, and other heavy equipment. This role provides hands‑on technical leadership to Crane and Heavy Equipment Mechanics while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in collaboration with Operations / Dispatch.

The Shop Foreman acts as the primary technical escalation point within the shop and plays a critical role in minimizing equipment downtime, maintaining safety compliance, and supporting operational readiness.

• Provide direct supervision and technical leadership to Crane Mechanics and Track Hoe / Heavy Equipment Mechanics.
• Assign, prioritize, and coordinate daily shop work to meet operational and safety requirements.
• Act as the senior technical escalation point for complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues.
• Diagnose and support major repairs, overhauls, and troubleshooting as required.
• Review and approve repair plans, inspection findings, and return‑to‑service decisions.
• Ensure all maintenance and repairs are completed in accordance with OEM specifications, regulatory requirements, and Centurion standard.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety‑first culture in compliance with Alberta OH&S legislation.
• Oversee crane inspections, certifications, and maintenance documentation, including out‑of‑service determinations when required.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime.
• Communicate equipment status, risks, and delays to Operations and Dispatch in a timely manner.
• Mentor, coach, and develop mechanics through on‑the‑job training and technical guidance.
• Support onboarding and training of new mechanics and apprentices.
• Assist with parts planning, tooling requirements, and inventory coordination.
• Collaborate with Operations, Dispatch, and Field Staff to align shop priorities with business needs.
• Identify opportunities to improve shop efficiency, workflow, and maintenance practice.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and standardization of maintenance processes.

• Journeyman certification as a Heavy Equipment Technician or equivalent trade experience; crane‑specific experience in an oilfield, industrial, or equipment rental/service environment is strongly preferred.
• Significant experience working on cranes and/or heavy equipment, including hydraulic systems.
• Previous experience in a lead mechanic, foreman, or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and mechanical standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and inspection reports.

• Eligibility for RRSP matching program after one (1) year of service.
• Company events.
• Employee & family assistance program.

Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience below.