Yard Supervisor

Overview

Do you prefer working with your hands while learning and assisting with a wide variety of tasks? Are you passionate about providing Peace of Mind? Are you looking to be a part of a growing team and company? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Yard Assistant!

Beacon Lite is one of the top providers of traffic control equipment and services. We are a fast-paced, growing business, with over 60 years of traffic control experience. Locally, we have operations in Ottawa, Gatineau, Kingston, and Sudbury with over 250 employees between our 4 locations.

Beacon Lite has merged with the Universal Group, an industry leader that was recognized as one of Canada’s best-managed companies in 2025 in Traffic Control Personnel, Traffic Management Planning, Traffic supplies, Occupational Health and Safety Training, Landscaping, and Staffing services. We offer an entrepreneurial environment with opportunities for job advancement and continued education.

The Yard Supervisor will oversee all rental operations in the warehouse and yard. They are responsible for working directly with the rental office while working collaboratively with the warehouse staff, inventory manager, and municipal management, marshalling municipal staff, and maintaining efficient rental operations in the warehouse and yard. They communicate solutions and ideas to management, oversee inventory checks, and report deficiencies.

They ensure proper organization and storage of products, assist with loading and unloading vehicles, and ensure adherence to company policies. They will send and communicate all custom signs and stock replenishment requests to the sign shop. They will enforce inventory controls, prioritize safety procedures, and act as a representative of the company.

• Works collaboratively with Manufacturing - Operations Manager, Municipal Operations Manager, and company management.
• Marshal municipal staff to increase efficiency in the yard.
• Manage daily operations in the warehouse and yard.
• Keep the Municipal Operations Manager apprised of technicians in the yard so turnaround times can be decreased.

• Spot check inventory on trucks coming in and going out.
• Identify deficiencies with orders and report them to management.
• Ensure technicians are returning items to the proper location in the proper order.
• Maintain organization in the yard by ensuring products and signs are safely and neatly stored.
• Ensure rental items are stocked to minimum levels.

• Assist technicians with loading and unloading vehicles.
• Spot check technicians’ vehicle circle checks for proper completion.

• Communicate solutions, suggestions, and ideas to management.
• Enforce inventory controls by ensuring administrative protocols are followed.
• Follow all health, safety, and security rules and procedures.
• Performs effectively as a member of the team.
• Act as a company representative and set an example for staff.

• Extended Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits upon completion of probationary period
• Bi-weekly 4% vacation pay and 2 weeks of vacation time
• Wellness Program/EAP and Corporate Discounts
• RRSP/DPSP with 3% matching after 6 months
• A fantastic corporate culture where you will feel supported and recognized for your work
• A growing organization with room for development and advancement

• Valid G-class driver’s license, your own vehicle, and a clean driver's abstract (Required)
• Available to work full-time Monday - Friday between 5am - 3pm (Required)
• Have strong verbal and written English communication skills (Required)
• Vision and hearing abilities that allow one to perform all work requirements safely (Required)
• Ability to regularly lift up to 100 lbs. with good overall physical stamina (Required)
• Ability to work in various inclement weather conditions (heat, snow, rain, etc.) (Required)
• You will be required to provide your own CSA Grade 1 (green label) work boots with a minimum 6-inch cuff and electrical shock resistance (white label with omega symbol)
• Experience driving trucks/towing a trailer (Asset)
• Ability to maintain…