About the Company:
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 benefits 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

Strong knowledge of equipment such as shears, balers, loaders, forklifts, skid steers and excavators

Ability to work independently across multiple locations

Solid 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 (Nova Scotia)
🏢 John Ross & Sons
📍 Nova Scotia