John Ross & Sons Ltd. Is a fifth generation, family owned, scrap metal recycler. The company is the largest metal recycler in Atlantic Canada and has been in operation for over 80 years. John Ross & Sons Ltd. Specializes in purchasing and processing all ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals, along with accepting a wide range of recyclable material to process.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary
Extended health advantages and life insurance
Independent, high-impact role with regional responsibility
Opportunity to grow with a long-standing organization
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
Solid knowledge of equipment such as shears, balers, loaders, forklifts, skid steers and excavators
Ability to work independently across multiple locations
Robust 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
Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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📌 Mobile Heavy Equipment Maintenance Lead Halifax Regional Municipality
🏢 John Ross and Sons
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality
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