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Refrigeration General Foreman

Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Hands-on Field Leadership / "Player-Coach")
Schedule: 5 days/week (8–10 hour shifts) Willing to consider a 10-on / 4-off rotation schedule for an exceptional out-of-town professional.

Are you an elite Refrigeration Professional who has conquered the technical side of the trade and is now ready to spearhead a dynamic field operation? We are actively searching for a highly resilient, thick-skinned Refrigeration General Foreman to guide our Fort McMurray division.

This is a high-impact, high-accountability role. You will not be confined to a desk; instead, you will serve as the primary technical authority out in the field, seamlessly connecting senior management with a diverse, multi-trade workforce. If you are an organic leader who excels at streamlining operations, identifying and eliminating workflow inefficiencies, and boosting your team's overall craftsmanship through direct, hands-on mentorship, we highly encourage you to apply!

Advantages
This is an exceptional union-backed career opportunity, providing industry-leading compensation alongside unparalleled operational support in the field:

Highly Competitive Union Wages (Local 488):
- General Foreman: $66.39/hr
- Foreman: $63.50/hr
- Journeyman: $57.73/hr

Certification Bonuses: Additional premium pay is provided for candidates holding a valid Class A Gas Ticket.

Provided Accommodations: Enjoy rent-free lodging in a shared, premium three-bedroom luxury condominium (capped at 2–3 occupants total)—an ideal setup for those working on a rotational schedule.

Company Vehicle: Dedicated company truck provided for the General Foreman role.

Professional Advancement: We are open to welcoming experienced industry veterans, as well as highly ambitious Journeymen or upper-level apprentices who demonstrate the exceptional maturity and drive necessary to step into a leadership capacity.

Responsibilities
Field Leadership & Scheduling: Supply critical direction to our Dispatch team regarding workforce deployment; guarantee that the most appropriately skilled technician is assigned to each specific work order to optimize daily efficiency.

Technical Mentorship & Expertise: Serve as the definitive subject matter expert for our cross-functional refrigeration, plumbing, gas fitting, and sheet metal crews. Deliver immediate, on-site coaching to close knowledge gaps and elevate the entire department's technical proficiency.

Operational & Workflow Management: Use advanced ERP software (including Sampro and mobile platforms) to monitor work order statuses, resolve aging or stalled tickets, and ensure accurate field data collection.

Client Advocacy & Quality Assurance: Function as the primary ambassador for the branch across both service calls and larger project executions. Cultivate resilient client partnerships, anticipate and resolve customer disputes, and uphold the highest standards of company integrity.

Safety Leadership: Embody and enforce a rigorous, world-class safety environment. Ensure all team members strictly adhere to HSE protocols, accurately execute Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHAs), and consistently pass COR safety audits.

Administrative & Coverage Oversight: Diligently process and approve employee timesheets, tool requisitions, and time-off requests to guarantee uninterrupted, 24/7 service coverage for our clients.

Qualifications
Required Trade Certification: A valid Red Seal Refrigeration Ticket is strictly required for this position.

Professional Experience: A demonstrated history of success working as a Foreman, Lead Hand, or General Foreman. (Note: Exceptionally driven Journeymen or senior apprentices demonstrating clear leadership potential and readiness will also be strongly considered).

Leadership & Emotional Intelligence: High emotional maturity and a strong sense of personal accountability are non-negotiable. You must thrive in an autonomous environment, consistently deliver results within a demanding industrial sector, and foster a collaborative, uplifting team atmosphere.

Technical Literacy: Highly adaptable to modern technology, with the ability to swiftly navigate smartphone-integrated ERP systems, digital work order databases, and the Microsoft 365 suite.

Site Compliance Requirements: Must possess the ability to successfully clear a mandatory, pre-site-access Drug & Alcohol screening.

Bonus Qualifications: Dual-ticketed professionals—particularly those possessing a valid Class A Gas Ticket—will be given priority consideration.

Summary
Are you equipped with the unwavering resilience, elite technical mastery, and undeniable leadership determination necessary to successfully spearhead a top-tier field service operation? If you are ready to take command, drive operational excellence, and elevate a team of tradespeople, we are eager to connect with you and discuss your future with our growing organization.

How to Apply
Please send your resume directly to View email address on randstad.com using the subject line "Refrigeration GF"
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We sincerely appreciate the time and effort of all candidates who apply; however, please note that only individuals chosen to advance to the next stage will be contacted directly by our team.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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