Employment Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

Industry:

Transportation, Logistics & Intermodal Operations

Work Arrangement:

On-site

Salary Range:

75-85k CAD

Benefits:

Health benefits available after 3 months of employment

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, regular daytime hours, with after-hours and weekend availability as required

About the Company Our client is a well-established Canadian transportation and logistics company specializing in intermodal container transportation, trucking, and container storage services.

With a substantial fleet of trucks, chassis, and specialized container-handling equipment, the company operates in a fast-paced, 24/7/365 environment, supporting domestic transportation needs.

The organization is committed to operational efficiency, equipment reliability, and maintaining high standards of customer service.

Position Overview We are seeking a hands-on, dependable, and highly organized

Yard Supervisor

to oversee daily operations at a large intermodal container yard located near Highway 401 and Dixie Road in Mississauga.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a safe, organized, and effective yard while coordinating container movements, chassis availability, equipment maintenance, drivers, and yard personnel.

This role requires someone who is comfortable working in a demanding transportation environment, making quick operational decisions, and responding to unexpected situations.

The ideal candidate has practical knowledge of trucking, fleet operations, or intermodal transportation, combined with strong problem-solving abilities, leadership skills, and a willingness to remain accessible outside regular business hours.





Key Responsibilities Yard Operations & Equipment Management

Oversee daily operations of a large intermodal container yard spanning approximately 14 acres.

Ensure containers, chassis, trucks, and equipment are properly parked, organized, and positioned.

Monitor and track a fleet of approximately 429 chassis, maintaining accurate inventory records and equipment availability.

Conduct periodic physical chassis inventory checks and investigate discrepancies.

Monitor container movements, equipment arrivals and departures, and security records.

Coordinate container staging and prioritize time-sensitive shipments to prevent delivery delays.

Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks affecting yard productivity.

Fleet Maintenance & Equipment Coordination

Work closely with mechanics to monitor chassis conditions, maintenance requirements, and equipment readiness.

Coordinate repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.

Support drivers experiencing chassis or equipment-related issues.

Monitor generator sets (gensets) used for refrigerated containers, including operating hours and scheduled maintenance.

Identify maintenance delays and elevate equipment-related concerns to management.





Collaborate with maintenance personnel to ensure sufficient equipment availability.

Coordinate the daily activities of top-lift crane operators responsible for container handling and positioning.

Ensure protected and efficient container lifting, stacking, loading, and unloading.

Monitor crane availability and coordinate operational coverage when employees are absent.

Provide day-to-day direction and support to yard personnel.

Work closely with mechanics, drivers, dispatchers, and other operational teams to maintain productivity.

Driver Support & Dispatch Coordination

Serve as a primary point of contact for drivers requiring assistance within the yard.

Address equipment availability, chassis conditions, parking, and operational concerns.

Collaborate closely with dispatch and operations management to prioritize container movements and urgent deliveries.

Respond promptly to driver concerns, unexpected delays, and equipment-related incidents.

Communicate operational issues clearly to drivers, dispatchers, mechanics, and management.

Yard Safety, Security & Facility Maintenance

Work with security and safety teams to maintain a secure operating environment.

Review yard access records and equipment movement reports.

Identify and report unsafe yard conditions, equipment hazards, and operational risks.

Coordinate with property management regarding potholes, surface conditions, yard accessibility, and facility repairs.

Assist with winter operations, including snow removal coordination and maintaining safe yard access.

Respond to severe weather events and minimize operational disruptions.

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